A Dark Lantern: A Story with a Prologue (1913)

A Dark Lantern is a novel written by Elizabeth Robins and published in 1913. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of Judith Paris, a young woman from a wealthy family who is forced to marry a man she does not love. Judith's life takes a dramatic turn when she discovers that her husband is involved in illegal activities, and she becomes embroiled in a dangerous world of espionage and political intrigue.The novel is divided into three parts, with a prologue that sets the stage for the story. The first part of the book focuses on Judith's unhappy marriage and her growing awareness of her husband's criminal activities. The second part of the book sees Judith become involved in a plot to overthrow the government, and she must navigate a complex web of allegiances and betrayals. The final part of the book sees Judith face the consequences of her actions and come to terms with the choices she has made.A Dark Lantern is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue. Robins' writing is evocative and atmospheric, transporting the reader to a bygone era of high society and secret plots. The novel is widely regarded as a classic of early 20th-century literature and remains a popular read to this day.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.