Grey Roses (1906)

Grey Roses is a novel written by Henry Harland and published in 1906. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young American woman named Sybil who travels to Europe after the death of her father. Sybil is a talented artist and hopes to pursue her passion in Paris. However, she soon becomes entangled in a complicated love triangle between two men, the handsome and wealthy Prince Vasilio Kazanov and the charming but penniless artist, Aubrey Leigh.As Sybil navigates her way through the social circles of Paris and Venice, she is torn between her desire for the luxurious lifestyle that Prince Kazanov can offer her and her love for Aubrey, who understands and appreciates her artistic talents. The novel explores themes of love, art, and the conflict between material wealth and personal fulfillment.Harland's writing style is characterized by his use of rich, descriptive language and vivid imagery. He paints a detailed picture of the opulent settings and fashionable society of the time, while also delving into the emotional complexities of his characters. Grey Roses is a timeless tale of love and ambition that continues to captivate readers over 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.