The Parlor Begat Amos (1922)

By Arthur Sturges Hildebrand

Book Overview

The Parlor Begat Amos is a novel written by Arthur Sturges Hildebrand and published in 1922. The book tells the story of the Amos family, who live in a small town in the midwestern United States. The patriarch of the family, Amos Sr., is a successful businessman who has built his fortune through hard work and determination. His wife, Martha, is a devout Christian who is deeply committed to her faith.The novel follows the lives of the Amos family over several generations, beginning with Amos Sr. and Martha and ending with their great-grandchildren. Along the way, the family experiences triumphs and tragedies, joys and sorrows, and the ups and downs of life in a changing world.Throughout the book, Hildebrand explores themes of family, faith, and the American Dream. He also delves into the complexities of human relationships and the ways in which they can both support and challenge us. Ultimately, The Parlor Begat Amos is a moving and thought-provoking portrait of a family and a nation in transition.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: 1437315364
• ISBN13: 9781437315363
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"