Babylon : Volume II

In Babylon (Volume II), the dramatic conclusion of Grant Allen’s sharp Victorian social novel, Elma Clifford faces the unraveling of secrets, the cost of ambition, and the complexity of love in a society governed by appearances. With psychological depth and a biting critique of class and gender norms, this novel cements Allen’s reputation as a master observer of human motives.

This restored and illustrated edition includes a new original foreword contextualizing the novel's second volume, exploring its darker turns, and highlighting Allen’s forward-thinking voice. With enhanced formatting and evocative illustrations, this volume brings Victorian London’s intrigue and ambition vividly to life for today’s reader.