Masterman And Son (1909)

Masterman and Son is a novel written by William James Dawson, first published in 1909. The story follows the life of a young man named Dick Masterman, who is the son of a wealthy businessman. Despite his privileged upbringing, Dick is dissatisfied with his life and yearns for something more meaningful. He decides to leave his comfortable life behind and embark on a journey of self-discovery.As he travels through Europe and meets a variety of people, Dick begins to learn about the world and his place in it. He also discovers a passion for helping others and becomes involved in various charitable causes. Along the way, he meets and falls in love with a young woman named Jeanne, who shares his ideals and values.However, Dick's newfound sense of purpose and his relationship with Jeanne are threatened by his father's disapproval of his choices. As the story unfolds, Dick must navigate the complexities of family, love, and personal growth, ultimately finding his own path in life.Masterman and Son is a thought-provoking novel that explores themes of self-discovery, social responsibility, and the tension between tradition and progress. It offers a compelling portrait of a young man's journey towards maturity and fulfillment, set against the backdrop of early 20th century Europe.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.