The Rivet In Grandfather's Neck

The Rivet In Grandfather's Neck: A Comedy Of Limitations is a novel written by James Branch Cabell and published in 1915. The book is a humorous and satirical look at the social mores and conventions of the early 20th century. The story follows the misadventures of a young man named John Charteris, who is trying to make his way in the world but is constantly thwarted by his own limitations and the limitations imposed on him by society. The title of the book refers to a physical deformity that John's grandfather has, which is a rivet in his neck. This serves as a metaphor for the various limitations that the characters in the book face, whether they are physical, social, or intellectual. Throughout the book, Cabell pokes fun at the hypocrisy and absurdity of the upper classes, as well as the rigid gender roles and expectations of the time. The characters are all flawed and imperfect, but ultimately sympathetic in their struggles to navigate a world that seems to be stacked against them. Overall, The Rivet In Grandfather's Neck is a witty and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on the social and cultural landscape of the early 20th century.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.