But A Philistine is a novel written by Virginia Frances Townsend in the year 1884. The story revolves around a young woman named Bertha, who is born into a wealthy family in New York City. Despite her privileged upbringing, Bertha is discontented with her life and feels unfulfilled. She becomes interested in the arts and culture of Europe, particularly the work of the great masters such as Michelangelo and Raphael.Bertha's family disapproves of her...