The Complete Bachelor (1901)

By Oliver Onions

Book Overview

The Complete Bachelor is a novel written by Oliver Onions and originally published in 1901. The story follows the life of a young man named John Ladislaw, who is determined to remain a bachelor for the rest of his life. Despite the pressures from his family and society to marry and settle down, John remains steadfast in his decision to remain single, and he spends his time pursuing his hobbies and interests.However, John's resolve is put to the test when he meets a young woman named Hilda, who captures his heart and makes him reconsider his stance on marriage. As John struggles with his feelings for Hilda and his desire to maintain his independence, he must also navigate the social and cultural expectations of his time.The novel explores themes of love, marriage, and societal expectations, and offers a glimpse into the attitudes and values of the early 20th century. With its engaging characters and thoughtful exploration of complex issues, The Complete Bachelor remains a classic work of literature 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: 1120739012
• ISBN13: 9781120739018
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"