The Hermit

By Charles Clark Munn

Book Overview

The Hermit by Charles Clark Munn is a novel that follows the life of a man named John who decides to leave his life behind and become a hermit in the wilderness of Maine. The story begins with John's decision to leave his comfortable life in the city and retreat to the forest in search of solitude and peace. As he settles into his new life, John is forced to confront the challenges of living off the land and fending for himself. As time passes, John begins to form a deep connection with the natural world around him, finding solace in the simplicity of his life. However, his solitude is interrupted when he meets a young woman named Mary, who has also retreated to the wilderness in search of a new life. The two form a bond, and John must decide whether to continue his life as a hermit or to embrace the possibility of a new relationship. Throughout the novel, Munn explores themes of isolation, self-discovery, and the power of nature. The Hermit is a compelling and thought-provoking read that will appeal to anyone who has ever felt the pull of the wilderness and the desire for a simpler life.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: 1162778180
• ISBN13: 9781162778181
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"