The Withering of a Rose the Withering of a Rose

The Withering Of A Rose is a novel written by Marie Corelli, an English author of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. The book tells the story of a young woman named Rosalie, who comes from a wealthy family and is engaged to a man named Sir John. However, Rosalie's life takes a turn for the worse when she falls in love with a poor artist named Victor. Despite her family's objections, Rosalie decides to leave Sir John and marry Victor.The novel explores the themes of love, class, and societal expectations. It also delves into the consequences of going against the norm and following one's heart. As Rosalie's relationship with Victor progresses, she begins to realize the challenges that come with marrying someone from a different social class. She faces criticism from society and her family, and eventually, her marriage starts to crumble.The Withering Of A Rose is a poignant tale of love, loss, and sacrifice. It captures the essence of Victorian society and its rigid class structure, while also highlighting the struggles of individuals who dared to challenge the status quo. Marie Corelli's writing style is elegant and descriptive, and she creates vivid characters that readers can empathize with. Overall, The Withering Of A Rose is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Song of Miriam and Other Stories, by Marie Corelli. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564597601.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.