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The George du Maurier Library

The George du Maurier Library

Written by: George du Maurier
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Step softly into The George du Maurier Library, where the dreams, sorrows, studio-lamps, Parisian attics, impossible loves, and curious enchantments of George du Maurier are read in full. Here are tales in which memory opens secret doors, art becomes a perilous magic, and the waking world is never quite so solid as respectable persons suppose.Public domain
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  • Trilby Part Second part 1

    Trilby Part Second part 1
    Oct 10 2026
    In which we are introduced to the singular character of Svengali, a gifted yet unpleasing musician whose passion for his art is matched only by his troublesome temper and unsavoury habits, as he struggles through poverty and tenuous friendships in Paris. We witness his complex relationship with a young singer, as his harsh methods and relentless pride intertwine with the delicate strains of ambition and despair that fill the garret where he dwells.
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    20 mins
  • Trilby Part First part 4

    Trilby Part First part 4
    Oct 7 2026
    In which Trilby, ever the amiable and unconventional spirit, navigates the bohemian world of Paris with a charming mixture of French slang and English candour, surrounded by artists and friends of varied repute. Little Billee reflects upon her complexities and his own youthful ideals, pondering the contrast between outward beauty and inner virtue amidst the lively yet humble gatherings of their unusual companionship.
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    17 mins
  • Trilby Part First part 3

    Trilby Part First part 3
    Oct 4 2026
    In which a quaint assembly of lively artists, including the singular Svengali and the tender-hearted Little Billee, delight in the charm of rustic music, fencing, and congenial camaraderie amidst the Parisian backdrop, while cherishing moments of youthful enthusiasm and innocent discourse in their humble atelier. The narrative unfolds with tender observation of Trilby’s entrance and the interplay of art, friendship, and simple joys that colour their days and evenings in the spirited Latin Quarter.
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    23 mins
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