Publisher's Synopsis
The Lifted Veil is a novella written by George Eliot, first published in 1859. The story is narrated by a man named Latimer, who is gifted with the ability to see into the future. Despite his gift, Latimer is unhappy and dissatisfied with his life, feeling isolated and disconnected from the world around him. He becomes obsessed with a beautiful woman named Bertha, whom he meets at a party, and soon becomes convinced that she is his soulmate.As Latimer's obsession with Bertha grows, he begins to experience strange and disturbing visions of her, which seem to suggest that she is not the person he thought she was. He becomes increasingly paranoid and delusional, convinced that Bertha is plotting against him and that he is in grave danger.The Lifted Veil is a haunting and atmospheric tale of love, obsession, and the dark side of human nature. Eliot's masterful storytelling and vivid imagery make for a gripping and unforgettable read, one that explores the deepest fears and desires of the human psyche.I have lately been subject to attacks of angina pectoris; and in the ordinary course of things, my physician tells me, I may fairly hope that my life will not be protracted many months. Unless, then, I am cursed with an exceptional physical constitution, as I am cursed with an exceptional mental character.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
