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Fairfax and His Pride: A Novel

By Marie Van Vorst

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A young artist chases his dreams in a new city, only to find a cold reception from family and comfort in an unexpected connection with his cousins.

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2010-06-15
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Summary

"Fairfax and His Pride: A Novel" by Marie Van Vorst is a story set in 1880s New York about Antony Fairfax, a young artist journeying from New Orleans towards his dreams. Starting in January, the novel explores his burning ambition as he trades the warmth of the South for the cold, indifferent North in search of artistic recognition. Arriving as an outsider, Antony faces social struggles and family disinterest when his relatives, the Carews, offer a chilly reception. As Antony navigates this new world, a budding relationship with his cousins, Bella and Gardiner, brings a touch of light, highlighting the nuances of familial bonds amidst his artistic journey in the bustling city.

About the Author

Marie Louise Van Vorst was an American writer, researcher, painter, and volunteer nurse during World War I.

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