The Princess Aline

The Princess Aline is a lighthearted romantic novel that showcases Richard Harding Davis's wit and charm. The story follows Morton Carlton an American artist who becomes infatuated with a picture of Princess Aline a European royal. Struck by her beauty Carlton decides to leave behind his mundane routine and embark on an ambitious journey to meet her.As Carlton travels across Europe the novel delves into his encounters with colorful characters and his reflections on art life and love. His quest is driven as much by an idealized romantic notion as it is by a sense of adventure offering humorous and poignant moments along the way.