Mr. Apollo: A Just Possible Story (1908)

By Ford Madox Ford

Book Overview

Mr. Apollo: A Just Possible Story is a novel written by Ford Madox Hueffer and published in 1908. The story follows the life of a young man named Mr. Apollo, who is born with a unique gift of beauty and charm. He grows up in a wealthy family and is educated at Oxford University, where he becomes a popular figure among his peers.As Mr. Apollo enters into adulthood, he uses his gift to pursue a career in the entertainment industry, becoming a successful actor and singer. However, his success is not without its challenges, as he is constantly pursued by those who seek to exploit his beauty for their own gain.Throughout the novel, Mr. Apollo struggles to find meaning and purpose in his life, questioning the superficiality of his fame and the emptiness of his relationships. He also grapples with his own mortality and the fleeting nature of his beauty, as he begins to age and lose his youthful charm.The novel is a commentary on the cult of celebrity and the pursuit of beauty and fame at the expense of one's true identity and values. It is also a reflection on the fleeting nature of youth and beauty, and the importance of finding meaning and purpose beyond superficial appearances. Overall, Mr. Apollo: A Just Possible Story is a thought-provoking and introspective novel that explores the complexities of human nature and the search for authenticity in a world obsessed with superficiality.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: 1167005252
• ISBN13: 9781167005251
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"