The Great Hesper: A Novel (1887)

By Frank Barrett

Book Overview

The Great Hesper: A Novel is a literary work by Frank Barrett, first published in 1887. The novel is set in the late 19th century and follows the story of a young man named Hesper Honeywood, who is the heir to a large fortune. Hesper is a charming and intelligent young man, but he is also deeply troubled by the social and political issues of his time. He becomes involved in a number of political and social movements, including the women's suffrage movement, and he takes on a number of other causes that are close to his heart.Throughout the novel, Hesper faces a number of challenges and obstacles, both personal and political. He struggles to reconcile his desire for personal fulfillment with his commitment to social justice, and he often finds himself torn between his own needs and the needs of others. Along the way, he meets a number of interesting and colorful characters, including a young woman named Sybil, who becomes his closest friend and confidante.The Great Hesper: A Novel is a powerful and thought-provoking work that explores a number of important social and political issues of its time. It is a work of historical fiction that offers a window into the world of the late 19th century, and it is a testament to the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity and make a difference in the world.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: 1120761263
• ISBN13: 9781120761262
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"