Publisher's Synopsis
The Mermaid: A Love Tale is a novel written by Lily Dougall and first published in 1895. The story follows the protagonist, a young man named Ralph, who falls in love with a mermaid named Yvonne. Ralph is a successful artist who lives in a small fishing village on the coast of Brittany. One day, while out on his boat, he sees Yvonne swimming in the water and is immediately captivated by her beauty. Over time, Ralph and Yvonne develop a deep and passionate love for each other, despite the many obstacles that stand in their way.The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the clash between different cultures and ways of life. Ralph must navigate the disapproval of his fellow villagers, who see Yvonne as a dangerous creature, and the challenges of being in a relationship with someone who is so different from him. Meanwhile, Yvonne struggles to understand the customs and beliefs of the human world, and to reconcile her love for Ralph with her loyalty to her own people.The Mermaid: A Love Tale is a lyrical and moving story that captures the wonder and mystery of the sea, as well as the complexities of human relationships. It is a timeless tale that continues to captivate readers more than a century after its initial publication.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.
