Beyond the Rocks
1906 book by Elinor Glyn / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Beyond the Rocks is a 1906 novel by Elinor Glyn. The novel was later adapted into a 1922 silent film in which Gloria Swanson and Rudolph Valentino (credited as Rodolph Valentino) starred together for the only time. The film was directed by Sam Wood and distributed by Paramount Pictures.
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Author | Elinor Glyn |
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Language | English |
Genre | Novel |
Publisher | Duckworth |
Publication date | 1906 |
Publication place | United Kingdom |
Media type | Print (hardcover) |
The novel's title comes from a conversation in Chapter 4 about the nature of Fate, where the main character expresses belief that "if one does one's best some kind angel will guide one's bark [on the river of life] past the rocks and safely into the smooth waters of the pool beyond." Frequently thereafter, the characters long for angels who will steer them "beyond the rocks."