Philip Longstreth: A Novel (1902)

""Philip Longstreth: A Novel"" is a work of fiction written by Marie Van Vorst and first published in 1902. The novel follows the life of the titular character, Philip Longstreth, a wealthy young man from a prominent family in New York City. Despite his privileged upbringing, Philip is discontented with his life and struggles to find meaning and purpose. He embarks on a journey of self-discovery, traveling to Europe and immersing himself in the world of art and culture. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters, including an artist and a young woman, who challenge his worldview and force him to confront his own beliefs and values. As Philip navigates the complexities of love, friendship, and social status, he ultimately learns to find fulfillment and happiness in unexpected places. With its vivid descriptions of turn-of-the-century New York and Europe, ""Philip Longstreth"" offers a window into a bygone era and a timeless exploration of the human condition.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.