Trilby

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Du Maurier, George, 1834-1896

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Trilby" by George Du Maurier is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around themes of art, friendship, and the complexities of love, primarily featuring characters living in the bohemian atmosphere of Paris. The main character, Trilby O'Ferrall, is a captivating young model whose interactions with a group of aspiring artists-including Little Billee, Taffy, and the Laird-create a rich fabric of personal and artistic exploration. The opening of "Trilby" introduces us to the vibrant studio in Paris where a trio of English artists reside, showcasing their artistic endeavors and camaraderie. Taffy, a large and energetic Yorkshireman, engages in exercises while others, like the sensitive Little Billee, appreciate the beauty of their surroundings, particularly the enchanting presence of Trilby when she unexpectedly enters their lives. As the characters begin to interact, their differing outlooks on art and life, combined with Trilby's unique personality and charm, hint at the profound impact she will have on them. The novel's first chapters set the stage for a story that promises to weave together humor, art, and the bittersweet realities of their lives in the vibrant Latin Quarter of Paris. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trilby_(novel)

Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2012-05-29