Granville de Vigne or Held in Bondage V1: A Tale of the Day (1867)

Granville De Vigne Or Held In Bondage V1: A Tale Of The Day is a novel written by the English author Ouida and published in 1867. The book tells the story of Granville De Vigne, a young man who is born into a wealthy family and lives a life of luxury and privilege. However, Granville is unhappy with his life and feels trapped by the expectations of his family and society.As the story progresses, Granville becomes involved with a group of artists and intellectuals who challenge his beliefs and help him to see the world in a new light. He falls in love with a woman named Corona, who is also part of this group, and the two of them embark on a passionate affair that threatens to destroy Granville's reputation and his family's standing in society.Throughout the book, Ouida explores themes of love, freedom, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. She also offers a critique of the rigid social norms and expectations of Victorian England, and advocates for individualism and personal fulfillment.Overall, Granville De Vigne Or Held In Bondage V1: A Tale Of The Day is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a window into the social and cultural landscape of 19th century England.In Two Volumes.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.