Oddsfish! (1914)

Oddsfish! is a novel written by Robert Hugh Benson and first published in 1914. Set in England in the early 20th century, the book tells the story of a young man named Francis Orme who inherits a large fortune from his father, a successful businessman. Despite his newfound wealth, Francis struggles to find meaning and purpose in his life, feeling disconnected from the world around him.As he searches for a way to find fulfillment, Francis becomes involved with a group of socialists who are fighting for workers' rights and better living conditions for the poor. Through his interactions with these activists, Francis begins to see the world in a new light and becomes passionate about helping those in need.However, Francis's newfound convictions put him at odds with his family and friends, who are more concerned with maintaining their social status and wealth. As he tries to navigate the conflicting demands of his personal and social life, Francis must decide what is truly important to him and where his loyalties lie.Written in Benson's signature style, Oddsfish! is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the tensions between wealth, privilege, and social responsibility. With its vivid characters, engaging plot, and powerful themes, this novel remains a timeless classic of English literature.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.