Famous Affinities of History — Volume 4 The Romance of Devotion By: Lyndon Orr
"Famous Affinities of History - Volume 4: The Romance of Devotion" by Lyndon Orr is a captivating exploration of some of history's most compelling love stories. The author skillfully delves into the lives of notable figures and their devoted relationships, shedding light on the sacrifices, challenges, and enduring love that characterized these romances. Orr's writing is both informative and engaging, providing insight into the personal lives of historical figures while also highlighting the deeper emotional connections that defined their relationships. The stories in this volume are beautifully told, drawing readers in with their poignant narratives and timeless themes of love and devotion. Overall, "Famous Affinities of History - Volume 4: The Romance of Devotion" is a must-read for anyone interested in love stories throughout history. Orr's insightful and well-researched exploration of these famous affinities is sure to captivate readers and leave a lasting impression. First Page: FAMOUS AFFINITIES OF HISTORY THE ROMANCE OF DEVOTION BY LYNDON ORR VOLUME IV OF IV. CONTENTS DEAN SWIFT AND THE TWO ESTHERS PERCY BYSSHE SHELLEY AND MARY GODWIN THE STORY OF THE CARLYLES THE STORY OF THE HUGOS THE STORY OF GEORGE SAND THE MYSTERY OF CHARLES DICKENS HONORE DE BALZAC AND EVELINA HANSKA CHARLES READE AND LAURA SEYMOUR DEAN SWIFT AND THE TWO ESTHERS The story of Jonathan Swift and of the two women who gave their lives for love of him is familiar to every student of English literature. Swift himself, both in letters and in politics, stands out a conspicuous figure in the reigns of King William III and Queen Anne. By writing Gulliver's Travels he made himself immortal. The external facts of his singular relations with two charming women are sufficiently well known; but a definite explanation of these facts has never yet been given. Swift held his tongue with a repellent taciturnity. No one ever dared to question him. Whether the true solution belongs to the sphere of psychology or of physiology is a question that remains unanswered. But, as the case is one of the most puzzling in the annals of love, it may be well to set forth the circumstances very briefly, to weigh the theories that have already been advanced, and to suggest another... Continue reading book >>

Famous Affinities of History — Volume 4 The Romance of Devotion By: Lyndon Orr

"Famous Affinities of History - Volume 4: The Romance of Devotion" by Lyndon Orr is a captivating exploration of some of history's most compelling love stories. The author skillfully delves into the lives of notable figures and their devoted relationships, shedding light on the sacrifices, challenges, and enduring love that characterized these romances.

Orr's writing is both informative and engaging, providing insight into the personal lives of historical figures while also highlighting the deeper emotional connections that defined their relationships. The stories in this volume are beautifully told, drawing readers in with their poignant narratives and timeless themes of love and devotion.

Overall, "Famous Affinities of History - Volume 4: The Romance of Devotion" is a must-read for anyone interested in love stories throughout history. Orr's insightful and well-researched exploration of these famous affinities is sure to captivate readers and leave a lasting impression.

First Page:

FAMOUS AFFINITIES OF HISTORY

THE ROMANCE OF DEVOTION

LYNDON ORR

VOLUME IV OF IV.

CONTENTS

DEAN SWIFT AND THE TWO ESTHERS PERCY BYSSHE SHELLEY AND MARY GODWIN THE STORY OF THE CARLYLES THE STORY OF THE HUGOS THE STORY OF GEORGE SAND THE MYSTERY OF CHARLES DICKENS HONORE DE BALZAC AND EVELINA HANSKA CHARLES READE AND LAURA SEYMOUR

DEAN SWIFT AND THE TWO ESTHERS

The story of Jonathan Swift and of the two women who gave their lives for love of him is familiar to every student of English literature. Swift himself, both in letters and in politics, stands out a conspicuous figure in the reigns of King William III and Queen Anne. By writing Gulliver's Travels he made himself immortal. The external facts of his singular relations with two charming women are sufficiently well known; but a definite explanation of these facts has never yet been given. Swift held his tongue with a repellent taciturnity. No one ever dared to question him. Whether the true solution belongs to the sphere of psychology or of physiology is a question that remains unanswered.

But, as the case is one of the most puzzling in the annals of love, it may be well to set forth the circumstances very briefly, to weigh the theories that have already been advanced, and to suggest another... Continue reading book >>

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Famous Affinities of History — Volume 1 The Romance of Devotion	Famous Affinities of History — Volume 2 The Romance of Devotion	Famous Affinities of History — Volume 3 The Romance of Devotion
Famous Affinities of History — Volume 4 The Romance of Devotion

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