The Middle Years (1916)

The Middle Years is a novel written by Katharine Tynan and published in 1916. The story follows the life of a man named Mark Lidderdale, who is in his mid-forties and is going through a midlife crisis. Lidderdale is a successful writer, but he is dissatisfied with his life and feels that he has not accomplished anything meaningful. He begins to reflect on his past and the choices he has made, and he becomes increasingly aware of his mortality. Throughout the novel, Lidderdale struggles to find meaning and purpose in his life. He is torn between his desire for success and his longing for a simpler, more fulfilling existence. He also grapples with the idea of love and romance, as he becomes involved with a younger woman who he believes can bring him happiness. The Middle Years is a poignant exploration of the human condition and the search for meaning in a world that can often feel confusing and overwhelming. Tynan's writing is lyrical and evocative, drawing the reader into Lidderdale's world and making them feel his struggles and emotions. The novel is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.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.