Babylon, Volume 2, written by Grant Allen and first published in 1885, follows the journey of Colin Churchill, a young sculptor yearning to travel to Rome for artistic growth. As he prepares to leave, his relationship with Minna Wroe, who supports him while grappling with her own feelings of love and concern, adds emotional depth to the narrative. The story intertwines themes of ambition, love, and the challenges faced when pursuing dreams. This fictional work captures the aspirations and struggles of its characters in the context of late 19th-century New York.
