Cecil Dreeme

Cecil Dreeme is a novel written by Theodore Winthrop. The story revolves around the life of a young artist named Robert Byng who moves to New York City to pursue his dreams. He becomes friends with a mysterious and enigmatic man named Cecil Dreeme, who introduces him to a world of art, literature, and bohemianism. However, as Robert becomes more involved in Cecil's world, he begins to uncover dark secrets about his friend's past and his true identity.The novel explores themes of identity, sexuality, and social class in mid-19th century America. It also touches upon the struggles of artists and intellectuals during this time period, as well as the tensions between tradition and modernity. The book is notable for its portrayal of LGBT characters, which was uncommon in literature at the time of its publication in 1861.Cecil Dreeme is a complex and multi-layered work of fiction that is both a psychological study of its characters and a commentary on the society in which they live. It is a compelling and thought-provoking read that continues to resonate with readers today.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.