Challenge

Vita Sackville-West was a popular and gifted poet, playwright, and novelist who was also a lesbian and bohemian figure. "Challenge (1923)" is a novel about Julian Davenant, a Byronic hero who dreams of independence for the people of Greece and is at the center of a revolutionary plot. The book is a classic of English literature reimagined for modern readers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 226 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press

Vita Sackville-West, renowned for her relationship with English novelist Virginia Woolf, possessed a remarkable literary career of her own. In addition to her romantic association, Sackville-West was a celebrated poet, playwright, and novelist. She held a prominent position as a lesbian and bohemian figure, influenced by her aristocratic background, which granted her a unique and often divided perspective on life in the twentieth century.

After enduring nearly two years in exile, Julian Davenant, a man of fate, was once again on his journey to Herakleion. Born into a wealthy English family on the island, Davenant possessed a Byronic hero's aspiration for independence for the people of Greece. His journey led him to the center of a revolutionary plot, where his political star shone brightly. However, his love affair with the captivating Eve ignited a passionate and perilous world, immersing Julian in a realm of intense emotions.

Sackville-West, known for her tumultuous and passionate relationships with individuals of both genders, was an artist whose works often reflected her own experiences. This edition of Challenge, by Vita Sackville-West, showcases a classic of English literature reimagined for contemporary readers. With a beautifully designed cover and meticulously typeset manuscript, it presents a timeless masterpiece that captivates and enthralls readers.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513135496