Change The Whisper Of The Sphinx (1878)

Change The Whisper Of The Sphinx is a novel written by William Leighton in 1878. The story revolves around the protagonist a young man named Gerald who inherits a vast fortune from his uncle. However he soon realizes that his newfound wealth has brought him more problems than he had anticipated. As he tries to navigate his way through the complexities of high society he finds himself embroiled in a web of deceit betrayal and scandal.The title of the book is a reference to the Sphinx a mythical creature that is known for its riddles and enigmatic nature. The Sphinx is often associated with mystery and the unknown and in this book it serves as a metaphor for the challenges that Gerald faces as he tries to adapt to his new life.Throughout the novel Leighton explores themes of love ambition and the corrupting influence of wealth. He also provides a vivid depiction of Victorian society with its rigid social hierarchies and strict moral codes.Overall Change The Whisper Of The Sphinx is a compelling tale of one man's journey to find his place in the world and the obstacles he must overcome along the way. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting preserving and promoting the world's literature in affordable high quality modern editions that are true to their original work.