The Glass Of Time, In The First Age (1885)

The Glass of Time, In the First Age (1885) is a novel written by Thomas Peyton. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Rosamund Vivian. Rosamund is an orphan who is taken in by her wealthy uncle, Sir Peter Vivian, and his wife Lady Vivian. Despite being well cared for, Rosamund feels like an outsider in the Vivian household and longs to uncover the secrets of her past.As Rosamund grows older, she becomes increasingly fascinated by the world of antiques and begins working as a secretary for a wealthy collector named Mr. Phoebus Daunt. It is through her work with Mr. Daunt that Rosamund discovers a mysterious artifact known as the Glass of Time. The Glass is said to hold the power to reveal the past and the future, and Rosamund becomes obsessed with unlocking its secrets.As Rosamund delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding the Glass of Time, she uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that threatens to destroy her world. Along the way, she must navigate the complicated relationships between her uncle, Mr. Daunt, and a handsome young man named Edward Tempest.The Glass of Time, In the First Age is a thrilling tale of love, mystery, and intrigue set in the Victorian era. With its vivid descriptions of antique treasures and the society in which they are prized, the novel offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era.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.