A Virgin Heart. Published in 1925 by Greenberg Publisher, New York. A novel by Remy de Gourmont. Translated by Aldous Huxley. Lacking jacket. Mauve boards, wear and fraying at edges and corners, partial circular ring discoloring at front board. Fair.In a tranquil, rural setting, young Rose, vibrant and untamed, captivates the attention of M. Hervart, a man wrestling with the stirrings of affection for her. Their burgeoning connection, initially playful and innocent, soon reveals a deeper undercurrent of desire and societal constraint. As their interactions intensify, M. Hervart’s internal struggle between longing and propriety takes center stage. This delicate dance of developing emotions and unspoken desires sets the stage for a nuanced exploration of their relationship, hinting at the complex journey ahead.
