Dowling, Richard 1846-1898 creator text utu 2013 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Under St Paul's: A Romance" by Richard Dowling is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds primarily around the character George Osborne, a man who embarks on his first significant journey away from home to London, where he encounters the captivating Miss Marie Gordon, a cosmopolitan woman with a complex background. Their interactions reveal themes of love, identity, and societal expectations, set against the backdrop of London’s vibrant life. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to a dinner scene at Mrs. Barclay's private hotel where George Osborne meets Marie Gordon, an intriguing and beautiful young woman. Their conversation is lively and filled with playful banter, hinting at a mutual attraction. George grapples with his feelings of admiration and confusion as he reflects on his sheltered life in Stratford-on-Avon compared to the bustling and dynamic city he finds himself in. The opening chapters set the stage for a romantic exploration as the characters’ paths intertwine, exploring the complexities of their personalities, aspirations, and the rapidly changing world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2013-04-26 Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans from Google Books (Oxford University) Original publication data not identified Man-woman relationships -- Fiction St. Paul's Cathedral (London, England) -- Fiction PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42600 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42600 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133956.0 42600