The Mail Carrier

By Harry Castlemon

Book Overview

The mail carrier examines the conflict between personal determination and the burdens of familial ties, where ambition is constantly challenged by jealousy, betrayal, and mistrust. The story portrays a young protagonist driven by self-made success, grounded in his ability to thrive in a harsh environment through hard work and independence. As he gains recognition for his efforts, the narrative explores how envy and unresolved family issues begin to undermine his progress. It reveals the emotional strain of navigating relationships with family members who do not share his values, particularly those motivated by greed or resentment. The book highlights the complexity of trust, especially when loyalty is tested by opportunity. Through subtle domestic moments and mounting tension, it questions how much of one's identity is shaped by ancestry and whether escape from a legacy of failure is truly possible. The mail carrier underscores the contrast between the honesty of earned success and the corrosiveness of selfish ambition. It reflects on survival, not just in physical terms, but in moral and emotional resilience amid pressures that threaten to derail integrity.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9371136774
• ISBN13: 9789371136778
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 154 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"