An Old Man's Darling
1896
An Old Man's Darling, published in 1896 by Alex. McVeigh, Mrs. Miller, is a late 19th-century novel that follows Bonnibel Vere, a young woman at Cape May whose life is disrupted by a mysterious old woman who foretells a troubling future. As Bonnibel navigates love and familial disapproval, particularly from her wealthy uncle regarding her relationship with artist Leslie Dane, themes of love, socioeconomic disparity, and the fragility of happiness emerge. The story explores the tension between desire and fate, ultimately leading to a poignant narrative about passion and resilience.
