Alva Vine: Or Art Versus Duty (1880)

Alva Vine: Or Art Versus Duty is a novel written by Henri Gordon and originally published in 1880. The story follows the life of Alva Vine, a talented artist who struggles to balance her passion for art with the expectations of her family and society. Alva's father, a wealthy businessman, wants her to marry a wealthy man and settle into a comfortable life, but Alva dreams of pursuing her art and making a name for herself in the art world. As she navigates the challenges of pursuing her passion, Alva must also confront the limitations placed on women in Victorian society, including the pressure to conform to traditional gender roles and expectations. Along the way, Alva encounters a range of characters, including fellow artists, potential suitors, and family members who both support and oppose her artistic pursuits. Through Alva's journey, Gordon explores themes of gender, class, and the tension between personal ambition and societal expectations. Alva Vine: Or Art Versus Duty is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by women in the Victorian era.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.