Mainwaring (1920)

Mainwaring is a novel written by Maurice Hewlett and published in 1920. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Mainwaring, who is the illegitimate child of a wealthy family. Despite his status, he is determined to make a name for himself and sets out to achieve his dreams. The novel takes the reader through Mainwaring's journey as he faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including his own father's disapproval. Along the way, he falls in love with a woman named Joan, but their relationship is threatened by his past and societal norms. The novel delves into themes of love, ambition, social status, and family dynamics. It is a compelling and thought-provoking read that offers a glimpse into the complexities of human relationships and the struggle to overcome societal barriers.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.