Lucinda

Name: Lucinda
Author: Anthony Hope

By Anthony Hope

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An urbane commercial emissary returns to London for a summer interlude and becomes involved in the social and romantic affairs of his circle, especially the engagement of a young woman to her suitor. The narrative moves through country-house recollections, city society, a voyage to Venice, and episodes of intrigue and unrest, as the narrator observes shifting loyalties, private strategies, and personal growth. The episodic story traces how everyday manners, social expectations, and unexpected events alter relationships and prospects over the ensuing years.

About the Author

Anthony Hope

Anthony Hope was an English novelist and playwright, best known for his adventure novels and romantic comedies. His most notable work, "The Prisoner of Zenda," published in 1894, is a classic tale of doppelgängers and political intrigue that has inspired numerous adaptations and imitations in literature and film. Hope's writing often features themes of love, honor, and the complexities of human relationships, as seen in works like "A Change of Air" and "A Servant of the Public." Throughout his career, he contributed significantly to the genre of light fiction and remains a notable figure in Victorian literature.