Rose Campion's Platonic (1908)

Rose Campion's Platonic, written by Adam Lilburn and first published in 1908, is a novel that explores the themes of love, friendship, and society's expectations. The story follows the life of Rose Campion, a young woman who is determined to live her life on her own terms despite the pressures of her social status and the expectations of those around her.Rose is intelligent and independent, and she values her friendships with both men and women. However, when she becomes romantically involved with a man named Jack, she finds herself torn between her desire for love and her commitment to her platonic relationships.As Rose navigates the complexities of her relationships, she begins to question the societal norms that dictate how women should behave and who they should love. Lilburn's novel is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of love and the limitations that society places on our ability to form meaningful connections with others.Overall, Rose Campion's Platonic is a beautifully written and insightful novel that is sure to resonate with readers who are interested in exploring the complexities of human relationships and the ways in which societal expectations can shape our lives.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.