The Realist: A Modern Romance (1900)

By Herbert Flowerdew

Book Overview

The Realist: A Modern Romance is a novel written by Herbert Flowerdew and first published in 1900. The story follows the life of the protagonist, John Bristowe, a young man who is determined to live his life according to his own principles, despite the societal norms and expectations of his time.John Bristowe is a realist who believes in the power of reason and logic over sentimentality and emotion. He is a successful businessman who is highly respected in his community, but he is also a loner who has few close relationships. When he meets and falls in love with a young woman named Evelyn, he struggles to reconcile his rational beliefs with his emotional desires.As John and Evelyn's relationship develops, they are confronted with a series of challenges that test their love and their commitment to each other. They must navigate the complexities of social class, gender roles, and the expectations of their families and friends. Along the way, John learns to embrace his emotions and to see the world through a more compassionate lens.The Realist: A Modern Romance is a thought-provoking novel that explores the tension between reason and emotion, and the ways in which individuals can find meaning and fulfillment in their lives. It is a timeless story that speaks to readers of all ages and backgrounds, and it continues to be widely read and studied 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: 1165117274
• ISBN13: 9781165117277
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"