The Narrow House is a novel written by Evelyn Scott, first published in 1921. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the lives of two young women, Julie and Gertrude, who come from different backgrounds but are brought together by their love for art. Julie is a wealthy heiress who is passionate about painting and wants to pursue her dreams of becoming an artist. Gertrude, on the other hand, is a struggling artist who works as a model to make ends meet. Despite their differences, the two women become ...
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The Narrow House is a novel written by Evelyn Scott, first published in 1921. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the lives of two young women, Julie and Gertrude, who come from different backgrounds but are brought together by their love for art. Julie is a wealthy heiress who is passionate about painting and wants to pursue her dreams of becoming an artist. Gertrude, on the other hand, is a struggling artist who works as a model to make ends meet. Despite their differences, the two women become close friends and support each other through their artistic journeys.As the story progresses, Julie's family becomes embroiled in a scandal, and she is forced to confront the harsh realities of life. Gertrude, too, faces her own challenges as she tries to make a name for herself in the art world. The novel explores themes of class, gender, identity, and the pursuit of artistic expression.The Narrow House is a beautifully written and thought-provoking novel that captures the spirit of the early 20th century. It provides a glimpse into the world of art and the struggles that artists face in pursuing their passions. The characters are well-developed, and the plot is engaging, making it a must-read for anyone interested in art, history, or literature.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.
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