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'Gloria Victis!' A Romance

The narrative unfolds in Paris during the late social season, following a young woman whose family and acquaintances maneuver over her marriage prospects. A scheming neighbor and intermediaries press a match with an aristocrat while parents and a stepmother display the complacency and small vanities of salon society. Interwoven descriptive passages contrast spring's outward gaiety with private sorrow, and episodes of shopping, charity, and salon talk reveal social ambitions, hypocrisy, and the pressures placed on women. The work blends romantic plotting with salon portraiture and gentle satire of fashionable life.

By Ossip Schubin
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The narrative unfolds in Paris during the late social season, following a young woman whose family and acquaintances maneuver over her marriage prospects. A scheming neighbor and intermediaries press a match with an aristocrat while parents and a stepmother display the complacency and small vanities of salon society. Interwoven descriptive passages contrast spring's outward gaiety with private sorrow, and episodes of shopping, charity, and salon talk reveal social ambitions, hypocrisy, and the pressures placed on women. The work blends romantic plotting with salon portraiture and gentle satire of fashionable life.

About the Author

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Ossip Schubin

Ossip Schubin was a notable author known for his contributions to literature in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His works often explore themes of identity, culture, and the human experience. Among his notable titles is "O Thou, My Austria!", which reflects his deep connection to his homeland. Schubin's writing is characterized by its rich narrative style and complex characters, as seen in other works like 'Gloria Victis!' and 'Asbeïn: From the Life of a Virtuoso'. His diverse range of novels showcases his ability to engage with various genres, making him a significant figure in the literary heritage of his time.

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