Higher Law V1: A Romance is a novel written by Edward Maitland in 1870. The book is set in the mid-19th century and follows the story of a young man named Richard Lestrange, who is a lawyer and a member of the English aristocracy. Richard is deeply unhappy with his life and feels a sense of emptiness and purposelessness. He becomes interested in spiritualism and begins to explore the teachings of a mysterious woman known as Madame Philom?????ne.As Richard delves deeper into the world of spiritualism, he begins to question the conventional beliefs and values of his society. He becomes involved in a group of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to the pursuit of higher knowledge and spiritual enlightenment. Together, they explore the mysteries of the universe and seek to uncover the deeper truths that lie beyond the material world.The novel is a philosophical exploration of the nature of reality, the meaning of life, and the search for spiritual truth. It is also a love story, as Richard falls in love with a young woman named Edith who shares his passion for spiritualism. However, their love is complicated by the social and cultural norms of their time, as well as by the challenges they face in their quest for spiritual enlightenment.Overall, Higher Law V1: A Romance is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that explores timeless themes of love, spirituality, and the search for meaning in life. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of spiritualism and the philosophical ideas that underpin it.In Three Volumes.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.
