Fathers Of Men (1912)

By E.W. Hornung and Ernest William Hornung

Book Overview

Fathers of Men is a novel written by Ernest William Hornung and published in 1912. The story is set in England and revolves around the lives of two brothers, Jack and Bob, who are raised in a strict and religious household. Jack rebels against his upbringing and becomes a successful businessman, while Bob follows in his father's footsteps and becomes a minister. The novel explores the themes of family, duty, and sacrifice as the brothers navigate their different paths in life. Jack's success is marred by his troubled marriage and strained relationship with his father, while Bob struggles to reconcile his faith with his own desires and ambitions. As World War I looms on the horizon, the brothers are forced to confront their differences and come to terms with the sacrifices they may have to make for their country and for each other. The novel is a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of family relationships and the challenges of balancing personal aspirations with societal expectations.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: 1164644181
• ISBN13: 9781164644187
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"