Reediford Holm: A Tale

By Thomas Rowland Skemp

Book Overview

Reediford Holm: A Tale by Thomas Rowland Skemp is a novel set in the 19th century, following the journey of a young man named Reediford Holm. Born into a wealthy family, Reediford is expected to follow in his father's footsteps and become a successful lawyer. However, he has a passion for literature and writing, which leads him to pursue a career as a novelist. As Reediford navigates the literary world, he meets a variety of characters, including other writers, publishers, and critics. He also falls in love with a woman named Eliza, who supports his dreams but also challenges him to face his fears and insecurities. Throughout the novel, Reediford struggles with the expectations of his family and society, as well as his own doubts and uncertainties. He must decide whether to follow his heart and pursue his passion for writing, or to conform to the expectations of those around him. Skemp's writing style is descriptive and immersive, capturing the essence of life in the 19th century. The novel explores themes of identity, ambition, love, and the pursuit of happiness. Reediford Holm: A Tale is a compelling and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in literature, history, and the human experience.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: 1163289353
• ISBN13: 9781163289358
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 366 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"