Toxar: A Romance (1890)

Toxar: A Romance is a novel written by Joseph Shield Nicholson and first published in 1890. The story is set in ancient Greece and follows the life of a young man named Toxar. Toxar is a talented athlete and musician who falls in love with a beautiful woman named Philemona. However, their love is forbidden by the laws of their society, as Philemona is a priestess of the goddess Artemis.Toxar's pursuit of Philemona leads him on a journey through Greece, where he encounters various challenges and obstacles. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters, including a wise philosopher, a cunning thief, and a powerful king. Through these encounters, Toxar learns about the complexities of love, honor, and duty.As the story unfolds, Toxar must navigate his way through a series of trials and tribulations in order to win the heart of Philemona and overcome the societal barriers that stand in their way. The novel is a classic example of a romantic adventure, with themes of love, passion, and adventure woven throughout the plot.Overall, Toxar: A Romance is a captivating tale of love and adventure set against the backdrop of ancient Greece. Its engaging characters, vivid descriptions, and compelling plot make it a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by 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.