Vision House

Published in 1905, 'Vision House' by C. N. Williamson is a novel set aboard the ocean liner 'Britannia' during its voyage from Liverpool to New York. The story centers on Marise Sorel, a rising actress, and Major Lord Severance, an aristocrat with a complicated past, exploring themes of ambition, social class, and romance in a post-war society. As the characters navigate their relationships amidst jealousy and societal expectations, the dynamics aboard the ship reveal their desires and ambitions, making it a notable exploration of early 20th-century social interactions.