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  • Historia Amoris: A History of Love, Ancient and Modern

    by Edgar Saltus ...
    The first created thing was light. Then life came, then death. In between was fear. But not love. Love was absent. In Eden, there was none. Adam and Eve emerged there adult. The phases of the delicate fever which others in paradise since have experienced, left them unaffected. Instead of the reluctances and attractions, the hesitancies and aspirations, the preliminary and common conflagrations ... Read more

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  • The Paliser case

    by Edgar Saltus ...
    "The Paliser Case" by Edgar Saltus is a novel that delves into themes of love, ambition, and betrayal within the upper echelons of society. Set against the backdrop of New York City during the Gilded Age, the novel follows the intricate lives of its characters as they navigate the complexities of wealth, power, and social status.At the center of the story is the Paliser family, whose patriarch, ... Read more

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  • Eden: An Episode

    by Edgar Saltus ...
    The novel centers around the character of Eden, a woman whose beauty and allure captivate those around her. Set in a lush and decadent environment reminiscent of the biblical Garden of Eden, the story follows Eden as she navigates the complexities of love, power, and self-discovery.As the narrative unfolds, Eden encounters a diverse cast of characters, each drawn to her in their own way. From ... Read more

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  • The Philosophy of Disenchantment

    by Edgar Saltus ...
    "The Philosophy of Disenchantment" by Edgar Saltus explores the complexities of human existence and the disillusionment that often accompanies it. Saltus delves into the philosophical underpinnings of disenchantment, examining how modernity and the loss of traditional beliefs impact the human psyche. Through a blend of poetic prose and incisive commentary, he articulates the struggle between the ... Read more

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  • Mary Magdalen A Chronicle

    by Edgar Saltus ...
    The novel delves into the life of Mary Magdalen, exploring her transformation from a troubled and sinful woman to a devoted follower of Jesus Christ. Saltus paints a vivid picture of Mary’s early life, marked by turmoil and transgression. Through a series of dramatic events and personal revelations, Mary undergoes a profound spiritual awakening.Saltus's narrative is rich with historical and ... Read more

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  • Mr. Incoul's Misadventure

    by Edgar Saltus ...
    "Mr. Incoul's Misadventure" by Edgar Saltus is a satirical novel that delves into themes of social class, personal ambition, and the complexities of human behavior. The story revolves around the character of Mr. Incoul, an affluent and somewhat naïve gentleman who embarks on an unexpected journey.Mr. Incoul's life takes a turn for the worse when he becomes entangled in a series of misadventures. ... Read more

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  • Mr. Incoul's Misadventure

    by Edgar Saltus ...
    After the sudden, untimely death of his wife, the wealthy Mr. Incoul proposes to Miss Maida Barhyte: "Marry me, and you will never want for anything again." Young Maida, under pressure from her mother and facing a future as a housemaid, reluctantly agrees, on the condition that they live as though unmarried-as brother and sister would-until she feels they've each come into their own.They wed on ... Read more

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  • Mr. Incoul's Misadventure

    by Edgar Saltus ...
    After the sudden, untimely death of his wife, the wealthy Mr. Incoul proposes to Miss Maida Barhyte: "Marry me, and you will never want for anything again." Young Maida, under pressure from her mother and facing a future as a housemaid, reluctantly agrees, on the condition that they live as though unmarried-as brother and sister would-until she feels they've each come into their own.They wed on ... Read more

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  • Oscar Wilde: An Idler's Impression

    Restored Classics to Go Edition

    by Edgar Saltus ...
    In this intimate literary portrait, Edgar Saltus captures Oscar Wilde not as a subject for strict biography, but as a dazzling, tragic presence remembered through wit, style, and личное recollection. Set against Paris, New York, and London, the book evokes Wilde as a brilliant conversationalist, theatrical performer, and paradoxical figure whose generosity, vanity, charm, and genius were ... Read more

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  • The Truth About Tristrem Varick

    by Edgar Saltus ...
    After missing out on an inheritance of seven million dollars and recovering it through legal means, who would give the money away? Tristrem Varick would. This righteous and idealistic young New Yorker is the epitome of goodness.When he returns home after traveling Europe in his adolescent years, Tristrem falls head over heels in love with Viola Raritan, an aspiring singer who is stunning but jaded ... Read more

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  • The Philosophy of Disenchantment

    Enriched edition.

    by Edgar Saltus, Sydney Caldwell ...
    In "The Philosophy of Disenchantment," Edgar Saltus presents a provocative exploration of human experience through a lens of existential inquiry and aesthetic appreciation. Saltus employs a lyrical prose style that marries philosophical contemplation with rich imagery, deftly navigating the themes of disillusionment, desire, and the fleeting nature of happiness. The work is emblematic of the late ... Read more

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  • Historia Amoris

    A History of Love, Ancient and Modern

    by Edgar Saltus ...
    A history of love as literature has treated it, from the Vedas and Egypt through Greece, Rome, the troubadours and the salons to the nineteenth century. Edgar Saltus wrote in a deliberately jewelled prose that was famous and then unfashionable within his own lifetime. The book is an anthology of attitudes rather than a history, and it is at its best on Provence. Sixty plates after painters ... Read more

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