In the enchanting three-volume romance novel ‘Dumaresq’s Daughter, ‘ penned by Grant Allen, the narrative unfolds around the renowned philosopher Haviland Dumaresq. Living a life marked by both fame and notoriety, Dumaresq becomes the focal point of young Charles Linnell’s fascination. However, it is not the philosopher himself but Dumaresq’s captivating daughter, Psyche, who captures Linnell’s attention. Drawn to Psyche’s beauty, Linnell, a struggling artist, decides to hire her as a model for his work. As their professional relationship deepens, so does Linnell’s affection for Psyche. The complexities arise when it becomes evident that Psyche’s father is reluctant to give his daughter’s hand in marriage to a penniless artist. Facing the challenge of societal expectations and economic disparities, Linnell and Psyche navigate the intricate path of love. Despite the hurdles, Linnell refuses to surrender his feelings, determined to overcome the obstacles that stand between him and the woman he loves.
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Grant Allen (1848-1899) was a Canadian science writer and novelist, educated in England. He was a public promoter of evolution in the second half of the nineteenth century. Allen was one of the pioneers in science fiction and also many histories of detective fiction mention Allen as an innovator.
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