Berenice by E. Phillips Oppenheim
"Berenice" by E. Phillips Oppenheim is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the character Berenice, an actress whose performance captivates the attention of a critic named John Matravers. While initially unimpressed by the environment of the play and its quality, Matravers experiences a profound shift in his perception of Berenice as she demonstrates her artistic talent, which leads him to take a vested interest in her
career and personal life. The opening of the novel sets the stage at a dreary theater where Matravers, attending as a reluctant critic, is introduced to Berenice’s character through the lens of her initial underwhelming performance. However, during the second act, she transforms into a brilliant force on stage, captivating both the audience and Matravers himself. Their subsequent interactions reveal a growing attraction and the complexities of Berenice’s life as an actress embroiled in the theatrical world. This opening portion hints at a deeper exploration of themes such as artistic integrity, societal perceptions of women, and the emotional currents that complicate their relationship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Oppenheim, E. Phillips (Edward Phillips), 1866-1946 |
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| Illustrator | Christy, Howard Chandler, 1873-1952 |
| Illustrator | Somerville, Howard |
| LoC No. | 11001010 |
| Title | Berenice |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30542 |
| Release Date | Nov 25, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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