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Du Mauriers Trilby was the novel sensation of the 1890s. Du Maurier had spent a good deal of his life as a child and later as an art student in Paris; when he turned from his career in journalism and magazine illustration to novel writing he found enormous success with a novel divided as his own life had been between Paris and London. Billee, an English artist living the Bohemian life abroad, meets and falls in love with Trilby, a Parisian model. Differences in social class doom their romance, but Trilby, taught by the mysterious hypnotist Svengali to sing like some enchanted princess becomes a famous entertainer. As it turns out, however, her talent and her possession of her own mind have become dependent on Svengali maintaining his spell over her.Originally serialized in Harpers Monthly in 1894, Trilby was published with 120 illustrations by the author (who was also a celebrated caricaturist for Punch). All 120 illustrations were included in the Harper and Brothers New York edition of 1894, and in a British edition published the following year in London. The first British publication in book form, however, (by Osgood & McIlvaine in 1894) did not include any of Du Mauriers illustrations, and many editions since that time have included no illustrations or reproduced only a selection of the illustrations. Particularly given that many of the illustrations are integrated into the page of text in which they appear, Trilby is ideally suited to be made available again in a facsimile reprint.In its first year of publication, the book sold over 200,000 copies, and before long it had also been adapted for the stage. The name Svengali came to be applied to any hypnotist and the image of Svengali carved a lasting place in the popular imagination. Perhaps the most important expression of 1890s Bohemianism, Trilby has also attracted interest in recent years on account of its presentation of hypnosis and split personality, and for the conflicted but often antiSemitic presentation of the mysterious Svengali.This is one of a series from Broadview Press of facsimile reprint editionseditions that provide readers with a direct sense of these works as the Victorians themselves experienced them.
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- Q: What is the main theme of the novel 'Trilby'? A: The main theme of 'Trilby' revolves around the complexities of social class, love, and the influence of hypnosis. It explores the relationship between an English artist and a Parisian model, highlighting the impact of societal expectations and personal ambition.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Trilby'? A: The author of 'Trilby' is George Du Maurier, a notable figure in the 19th century known for his work as a novelist and caricaturist.
- Q: When was 'Trilby' first published? A: Trilby was first serialized in Harper’s Monthly in 1894 and was subsequently published as a book in the same year.
- Q: How many illustrations are included in the original publication of 'Trilby'? A: The original publication of 'Trilby' included 120 illustrations created by the author, George Du Maurier.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition of 'Trilby'? A: This edition of 'Trilby' is published in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Trilby'? A: The book 'Trilby' has a total of 458 pages.
- Q: Is 'Trilby' suitable for readers interested in psychological themes? A: Yes, 'Trilby' is suitable for readers interested in psychological themes, particularly those concerning hypnosis and split personality, as depicted through the character of Svengali.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book 'Trilby'? A: The dimensions of the book 'Trilby' are 5 inches by 7 inches.
- Q: Are there any adaptations of 'Trilby'? A: Yes, 'Trilby' has been adapted for the stage, showcasing its popularity beyond literary circles.
- Q: What is the condition of the book 'Trilby'? A: The book 'Trilby' is listed as being in good condition.