The Life Everlasting: A Reality of Romance by Marie Corelli is a profound exploration of spirituality and eternal life, framed within a romantic narrative. Set in the 19th century, the novel delves into metaphysical themes and philosophical questions about the afterlife and the nature of existence. Corelli’s writing reflects a deep engagement with spirituality and mysticism, presenting a narrative that combines love and loss with a quest for understanding eternal life. The story follows characters undergoing personal transformation and moral dilemmas, intertwining their romantic journeys with reflections on the reality of the afterlife. Corelli’s inspirational and character-driven approach highlights the novel’s focus on philosophical and spiritual growth, offering readers a thought-provoking exploration of life's deeper meanings. Through its blend of romance and metaphysical inquiry, The Life Everlasting provides an engaging and reflective reading experience, illustrating Corelli’s talent for integrating profound themes with compelling storytelling.
Marie Corelli can be considered the best-selling author of the Victorian era. She may even be considered the first ever best-seller. She sold a greater number of books than both Arthur Conan Doyle and Rudyard Kipling put together. She was so renowned that calendars were sold with citations from her books, and a series of postcards representing her could be purchased by her devoted readership. Everybody read Corelli's books, from the most basic shopgirl to Oscar Wilde and Queen Victoria herself. A Romance of Two Worlds, her first book, was distributed in 1886, and it turned her into a best-selling author in England and one of the favourites of Queen Victoria herself, who ended up ordering the complete collection of Marie's books. Despite the severe criticism, her books often managed to break sales records. Marie was the only writer asked to attend the coronation of Edward VII. Marie Corelli's books are inspired, magical, and philosophical. She volunteered to cure the universe's social ills. Among her best works are Barabbas (1893), Thelma (1887), The Expert Christian (1900), Wormwood (1890), The Mystery Power (1921), The Distresses of Satan (1895), The Existence Never-ending (1911), and Transient Power (1902). After World War I, her books were viewed as obsolete, and both interest and sales declined. She passed away in 1924.
