The Story Of Philip Methuen (1892)

By Mrs J H Needell

Book Overview

The Story of Philip Methuen is a novel written by Mrs. J. H. Needell and published in 1892. The story follows the life of the titular character, Philip Methuen, from his childhood to adulthood. Philip is the son of a wealthy businessman, but he is orphaned at a young age and sent to live with his aunt and uncle in the countryside. Despite his privileged upbringing, Philip is a sensitive and introspective young man who struggles to find his place in the world.As he grows older, Philip becomes increasingly disillusioned with the shallow and materialistic society in which he lives. He becomes involved in various philanthropic endeavors, including working with impoverished children and advocating for social reform. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, both good and bad, who shape his worldview and help him to become the man he is meant to be.Throughout the novel, Mrs. Needell explores themes of class, morality, and the search for meaning in life. The Story of Philip Methuen is a thought-provoking and engaging read that will appeal to fans of classic literature and historical fiction.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: 1104400928
• ISBN13: 9781104400927
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"