Descensus Averno Or The Downward Drift: A Novel (1881)

By James H. Curry

Book Overview

Descensus Averno Or The Downward Drift: A Novel is a literary work written by James H. Curry and published in 1881. The novel is set in the United States during the 19th century and follows the story of a young man named John who is struggling to find his place in the world. John is haunted by his past and is constantly searching for redemption. The novel takes its title from the Latin phrase ""descensus averno"" which means ""the descent into hell."" This phrase serves as a metaphor for John's journey throughout the novel as he descends into his own personal hell and must confront his deepest fears and insecurities. Throughout the novel, John encounters a variety of characters who challenge him and help him to grow as a person. These characters include a wealthy businessman, a beautiful young woman, and a wise old man. As John's journey continues, he must confront his own demons and come to terms with the mistakes he has made in the past. The novel explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the search for meaning and purpose in life. Overall, Descensus Averno Or The Downward Drift: A Novel is a thought-provoking work of literature that explores the complexities of the human experience. It is a timeless tale 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164619357
• ISBN13: 9781164619352
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"