On The Staircase (1914)

On The Staircase is a novel written by Frank Swinnerton and published in 1914. The story follows the life of a young man named John Ladislaw, who is struggling to find his place in the world. John is a dreamer, constantly lost in his own thoughts and imagination, and he longs for something more than the mundane life he is living.As the story unfolds, John becomes involved with a group of artists and writers, who introduce him to a world of creativity and passion. He falls in love with a young woman named Mary, who shares his artistic aspirations, and together they embark on a journey of self-discovery.However, John's dreams are soon shattered when he discovers that Mary is already engaged to another man. Heartbroken and disillusioned, John must come to terms with the harsh realities of life and find a way to move forward.On The Staircase is a poignant and beautifully written novel that explores themes of love, art, and the struggle to find meaning in a world that can often seem overwhelming and confusing. Swinnerton's prose is lyrical and evocative, capturing the essence of the early 20th century and the hopes and dreams of a generation.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.