A Mummer's Wife is a novel written by Irish author George Moore, first published in 1885. The story is set in London and follows the life of Kate Ede, a young woman who marries a traveling actor named Frank. Kate is initially enamored with Frank's free-spirited lifestyle and the excitement of the theater world, but soon realizes that her husband is a selfish and unreliable man who frequently cheats on her.As Kate struggles to come to terms with Frank's infidelities, she begins to explore her own desires and sexuality. She has an affair with a young artist named Julian, who encourages her to pursue her passions and break free from the constraints of her marriage. However, Kate's actions have consequences, and she must face the judgment of society and the disapproval of her family.A Mummer's Wife is a powerful exploration of the limitations placed on women in Victorian society, and the ways in which they seek to assert their own agency and independence. Moore's vivid descriptions of the theater world and the gritty streets of London make for a compelling and immersive read, while his nuanced portrayal of Kate's inner turmoil and desires resonates with readers to this day.It seemed to Kate that the play was never going to begin, so long had she been kept waiting. She did not consult Hender, but possessed her soul in patience till a thin young man came up from under the stage, pushing his glasses higher on his beak-like nose. He took his place on the high stool; he squared his shoulders; looked around; waved his stick. The sparkling marriage chorus, with the fanciful peasants and the still more fanciful bridegroom in silk, the bright appearance of Clairette at the window, and the sympathy awakened by her love for the devil-may-care revolutionary poet seduced Kate like a sensual dream; and in all she saw and felt there was a mingled sense of nearness and remoteness, an extraordinary concentration, and an absence of her own proper individuality.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.