St. Elmo
By: by Augusta Jane Evans
Publisher: Grosset and Dunlap
Published: 1896
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 491
Subjects: History; Fiction
Description: Late nineteenth century novel about Edna Earl, an intelligent and ambitious young girl with a strong moral compass. Orphaned at a young age, Edna is adopted by Mrs. Murray. Edna encounters numerous conflicts with Mrs. Murray's son, the Byronic St. Elmo, a harsh, cruel man with a dark past. Edna's sweet nature touches the lives of many around her, and her ambition causes her to strive for nearly unattainable heights. Throughout the novel, Edna faces a constant battle between her passions and her conscience. In the end, Edna's convictions and her love act as a redeeming force to a suffering, desolate soul.
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Original illustrated red cloth stamped in white, gold, and black.