Othmar by Ouida
"Othmar" by Ouida is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in a sumptuous setting, where the themes of love, intellect, and human emotion are explored through the lives and discussions of its characters. At the center of the story is Othmar and his nuanced relationship with a captivating woman, whose ideals and contemplations about love and happiness reveal the tensions of their world. The beginning of the
novel introduces a "Court of Love," an enchanting gathering that reflects on the nature of love through intellectual debate. As the queen presides over the discussions, her witty remarks and the sharp exchanges among the courtiers highlight the paradoxes of love in a society caught between romance and realism. Surrounded by exquisite beauty and the lingering ghosts of past passions, the characters grapple with definitions of love, revealing their strengths and vulnerabilities, and setting the stage for deeper explorations of their fates. The opening successfully establishes a rich atmosphere and thought-provoking dialogue, piquing interest in the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ouida, 1839-1908 |
|---|---|
| Title | Othmar |
| Note | Sequel to Princess Napraxine: #49305, #50836, and #50849. |
| Credits |
Produced by MWS, Christopher Wright and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 51487 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-51487-1 |
| Release Date | Mar 17, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 343 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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