An Engagement of Convenience: A Novel

An Engagement of Convenience, published in 1908 by Louis Zangwill, is a novel that explores the emotional complexities of love and social class. The story follows Alice Robinson, who is infatuated with her reclusive neighbor, the artist Wyndham, as he faces financial ruin and personal despair. Torn between her feelings for him and societal expectations, Alice rejects a more suitable marriage proposal to support Wyndham in his time of need. This poignant narrative delves into themes of ambition, identity, and the struggles of the human condition.