Lying Prophets: A Novel

Name: Lying Prophets: A Novel
Author: Eden Phillpotts

By Eden Phillpotts

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Set in a small fishing village, the novel follows two artists whose differing temperaments expose tensions between vocation and leisure. Rich landscape description—harbors, gulls, orchards, gorse and springtime—frames debates about the nature of beauty, the limits of representation, and conflicting beliefs about divinity and morality. Everyday village life and sensory detail are contrasted with artistic ambition and occasional cynicism, while encounters among locals and visitors reveal hypocrisy, earnestness, and the struggle to reconcile sincere perception with communal expectation.

About the Author

Eden Phillpotts

Eden Phillpotts was an English author and playwright, known for his prolific contributions to literature in the early 20th century. He wrote over twenty novels, exploring themes of rural life, human relationships, and the complexities of the human experience. His notable works include "A Deal with the Devil" and "Children of the Mist," which reflect his keen observations of character and setting. Phillpotts was also a significant figure in the development of the Devonshire literary scene, often drawing inspiration from the landscapes and culture of the West Country. His writing is characterized by a blend of realism and romanticism, making him a distinctive voice of his time.