The Silversnake: A Temptation (1896)

The Silversnake: A Temptation is a novel written by F. X. Schoonmaker in 1896. The book tells the story of a young woman named Lillian, who is seduced by a wealthy and charismatic man named Richard. Richard is known as the ""Silversnake"" due to his silver tongue and cunning ways.Lillian is initially drawn to Richard's charm and wealth, but soon realizes the true nature of his intentions. Richard is not only a womanizer but also a criminal, involved in illegal activities such as gambling and smuggling. Lillian finds herself caught up in Richard's web of deceit and temptation, struggling to resist his advances while also trying to uncover his true motives.As the story unfolds, Lillian must navigate the dangerous world of Richard's criminal activities while also grappling with her own desires and weaknesses. The Silversnake: A Temptation is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and the consequences of giving in to temptation.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.