Gloria Victis

Gloria Victis is a historical fiction novel written by John Ames Mitchell. Set in the late 19th century, the story revolves around the life of a young American artist named Robert Shallow. Robert travels to Paris to pursue his passion for art and becomes involved in the bohemian lifestyle of the city. He falls in love with a beautiful French woman named Yvonne and becomes embroiled in a scandalous affair with her.As Robert's career as an artist begins to take off, he is forced to confront the harsh realities of life in Paris. He witnesses the poverty and suffering of the working-class people and becomes increasingly disillusioned with the decadent lifestyle of the wealthy elite. As tensions rise between France and Germany, Robert finds himself caught up in the political turmoil of the time.Gloria Victis is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of love, art, politics, and social justice. Mitchell's vivid descriptions of Parisian life and culture bring the city to life, while his nuanced portrayal of Robert's struggles and triumphs make him a relatable and sympathetic protagonist. Overall, Gloria Victis is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, art, or the cultural and political climate of late 19th century Europe.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.