Daddy's Boy (1888)

By L.T. Meade

Book Overview

Daddy's Boy is a novel written by L.T. Meade and first published in 1888. The story revolves around a young boy named Cyril who is deeply attached to his father, a wealthy businessman. Cyril's father is overprotective of him and spoils him with gifts and attention, which results in Cyril becoming a selfish and entitled child.When Cyril's father is suddenly taken ill and dies, Cyril is left alone and vulnerable. He is taken in by his uncle, who is determined to teach him the value of hard work and responsibility. Cyril struggles to adapt to his new life and resents his uncle's strict rules and expectations.As the story progresses, Cyril begins to see the error of his ways and learns to appreciate the value of hard work and the importance of family. He also discovers a hidden talent for art, which becomes a source of joy and fulfillment for him.Daddy's Boy is a heartwarming tale of redemption and growth, with themes of family, love, and self-discovery. The book offers a glimpse into Victorian-era England and the values and customs of the time. It is a classic coming-of-age story that will resonate with readers of all ages.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116661235X
• ISBN13: 9781166612351
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 362 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"