Whoso Findeth A Wife

Whoso Findeth a Wife is a book by the famous British author William Le Queux who wrote a lot of spy and mystery books in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The book which came out in 1898 is a captivating mix of romance mystery and social commentary. The main characters Richard Vryn and Viola Vernon are at the center of the story. A rich man named Vryn is disappointed by how shallow London society is while a charming and independent woman named Viola wants to become a famous artist. Through a string of lucky encounters their paths cross and they end up falling in love. Set in the Edwardian era Le Queuxs story is about love social class and what people think is right or wrong. The book explores the problems and social norms that the characters have to deal with as they start dating which leads to an interesting look at the limits and standards that people in that society have. The book is a mix of romance and social commentary. It shows what the top classes in Edwardian England had to deal with in terms of expectations and restrictions. Le Queuxs stories are known for their interesting plots well-developed characters and smart notes about the social norms and class differences of the time. Read more Continue reading Read less