The Eye of Osiris by R Austin Freeman
Set in Paris's demi-monde at the beginning of the twentieth century, Ch ri by Colette is a passionate story of devotion, misplaced desire and the passage of time.
Ch ri is part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, pocket-sized classics bound in real cloth with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is translated by Janet Flanner, who was an extraordinary writer and journalist. She was the Paris correspondent for>The New Yorker for fifty years.Fred Peloux, affectionately nicknamed Ch ri, is handsome and spoilt. Until now he's lived a life of hedonistic luxury, and has been indulged in his every desire. He is newly married to the young and beautiful Edm e, and according to early twentieth-century Parisian society, he has everything a man could dream of. But the only woman he can think about is his lover, L a de Lonval, a beautiful, ageing courtesan who has stolen his heart. Full of wit, drama and intensity, Ch ri is a groundbreaking novel which grapples with radical ideas about sexuality and ageing.This Macmillan Collector's Library edition is introduced by acclaimed writer Paul Bailey.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781023019903 |
| Title | The Eye of Osiris |
| Author | R Austin Freeman |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Anson Street Press |
| Year published | 2025-03-28 |
| Number of pages | 216 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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