Publisher's Synopsis
Spoiling The Egyptians: A Tale Of Shame is a novel written by John Seymour Keay and published in 1882. The story is set in England and follows the life of a young man named Frank Lacy, who is struggling to find his place in society. Frank is a talented artist, but his family is poor and he is forced to work in a factory to make ends meet.One day, Frank is approached by a wealthy man named Mr. Baxendale, who offers to sponsor his art education in Paris. Frank jumps at the opportunity and sets off to France, where he quickly becomes immersed in the bohemian lifestyle of the Parisian art scene. However, as he becomes more successful, Frank begins to lose sight of his morals and values.When he returns to England, Frank is confronted with the consequences of his actions and must face the shame and guilt that come with his choices. The novel explores themes of ambition, morality, and the corrupting influence of wealth and power.Overall, Spoiling The Egyptians: A Tale Of Shame is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the social and cultural issues of Victorian England. Keay's vivid descriptions and complex characters make this book an excellent choice for anyone interested in historical fiction or literary classics.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.
