The Alabaster Box is a novel written by James Lane Allen. The story is set in Kentucky during the 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Gabriella Brooks. Gabriella is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is engaged to a wealthy and influential man named John Ashley. However, Gabriella's life takes a turn when she meets a young artist named Markham Page.Markham is a talented painter who is passionate about his work and has a deep...