Miss Mehetabel's Son (1877)

Miss Mehetabel's Son is a novel written by American author Thomas Bailey Aldrich, first published in 1877. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of a young man named John Brown, who is the illegitimate son of Miss Mehetabel, a wealthy and respected member of society. John's father, who is unknown to him, was a sailor who died at sea.Despite his illegitimate status, John is raised by his mother and grows up to be a talented artist. However, he struggles to find his place in society due to his mother's reputation and his own uncertain lineage. He falls in love with a young woman named Mary, but their relationship is complicated by class differences and the disapproval of Mary's father.As John navigates the challenges of his life, he also learns more about his mother's past and the secrets that she has been keeping from him. The novel explores themes of identity, class, and family, and provides a vivid portrait of life in early 19th century America.Overall, Miss Mehetabel's Son is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a richly detailed glimpse into a bygone era. Aldrich's writing is elegant and evocative, and his characters are complex and nuanced. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in American literature, history, or culture.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.