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Once Aboard The Lugger: The History Of George And His Mary is a historical novel written by A.S.M. Hutchinson. The story is set in the 18th century and follows the lives of George and Mary, a young couple living in a small fishing village on the coast of Cornwall, England. George is a fisherman who dreams of owning his own boat and making a fortune, while Mary is a strong-willed and independent woman who supports her husband's dreams.The novel explores the challenges that George and Mary face as they try to make a living in the harsh and unpredictable world of fishing. They must contend with rough seas, dangerous storms, and ruthless competitors who will stop at nothing to gain an advantage. Along the way, they also encounter a cast of colorful characters, including smugglers, pirates, and corrupt officials.As the story unfolds, George and Mary's relationship is put to the test. They must learn to trust each other and work together in order to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way. The novel is a compelling tale of love, adventure, and perseverance, and it offers a vivid and detailed portrait of life in a small fishing village during a tumultuous period in English history.Overall, Once Aboard The Lugger: The History Of George And His Mary is a well-written and engaging historical novel that will appeal to readers who enjoy stories of adventure, romance, and the sea.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.
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If Winter Comes is a novel written by A. S. M. Hutchinson, first published in 1922. The story revolves around a successful British writer named Mark Sabre, who is married to Mabel, a selfish and manipulative woman. Mark's life takes a turn when he meets Nona, a young and beautiful woman who is married to a cruel and abusive man. Mark and Nona fall in love, but their relationship is complicated by their respective marriages and societal expectations. As the story progresses, Mark's life becomes increasingly complicated, and he must navigate the challenges of love, loyalty, and morality. The novel explores themes of love, marriage, infidelity, and the consequences of one's actions. It is a compelling and thought-provoking read that offers a glimpse into the complexities of human relationships.1921. The book begins: To take Mark Sabre at the age of thirty-four, and in the year 1912, and at the place Penny Green is to necessitate looking back a little towards the time of his marriage in 1904, but happens to find him in good light for observation. Encountering him hereabouts, one who had shared school days with him at his preparatory school so much as twenty-four years back would have found matter for recognition. A usefully garrulous person, one Hapgood, a solicitor, found much. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
Arthur Stuart-Menteth Hutchinson (1879 - 1971), commonly known by his initials A. S. M. Hutchinson, was a British novelist. He wrote romance and family novels as well as short stories for publications such The Sphere Magazine. His best-selling novel, If Winter Comes, was in many aspects ahead of its time, dealing with an unhappy marriage, eventual divorce, and an unwed mother who commits suicide. In this book: If Winter Comes This Freedom The Happy Warrior
'If Winter Comes' is more than a mere novel, it is an epic poem of very great beauty. It will last long after most other literary products of this age have gone to an obscure and unlamented grave." (Life, New York)
This Freedom was first published in 1922 and Provoked controversy between the women's rights movement that categorized the book as an anti-feminist novel. Author G. K. Chesterton, however, suggested that "while the story might be criticized, the criticisms can certainly be criticized." In any case, This Freedom proved to be highly successful and was ranked by the New York Times as the 7th best-selling book in the United States for 1923 and the 6th best in 1924.
The Book of Simon is a novel written by A. S. M. Hutchinson. The story revolves around a man named Simon who is a successful businessman and a devoted family man. However, his life takes a drastic turn when he is diagnosed with a terminal illness. As he comes to terms with his mortality, he begins to reflect on his life and the choices he has made.The novel explores themes of love, family, mortality, and the meaning of life. Through Simon's journey, readers are taken on a poignant and emotional journey that forces them to confront their own mortality and the choices they make in life.Hutchinson's writing is both powerful and evocative, drawing readers into Simon's world and making them feel his pain, joy, and everything in between. The Book of Simon is a must-read for anyone who wants to explore the deeper questions of life and gain a greater understanding of what it means to be human.1930. To Simon from his affectionate parents hoping that when he is old enough to read it he will not upbraid his father for having written it. Contents: The Astounding Life of My Son; The Astounding Advancement of My Son; The Astounding Tastes of My Son; The Astounding Meditations of My Son; The Astounding Mind of My Son; and The Astounding Beauty of My Son.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.
This Freedom is a book written by A. S. M. Hutchinson that explores the concept of freedom in both personal and societal contexts. The author delves into the various ways in which individuals and societies define and pursue freedom, and the conflicts that arise when different definitions clash. The book also examines the historical and cultural factors that have shaped our understanding of freedom, and the role that freedom plays in shaping our personal identities and relationships. Through a combination of philosophical inquiry, historical analysis, and personal reflection, Hutchinson offers a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of the most fundamental and complex concepts in human society.1922. The book begins: Rosalie's earliest apprehension of the world was of a mysterious and extraordinary world that revolved entirely about her father and that entirely and completely belonged to her father. Under her father, all males had proprietary rights in the world and dominion over it; no females owned any part of the world or could do anything with it. All the males in this world-her father, and Robert and Harold her brothers, and all the other boys and men one sometimes saw-did mysterious and extraordinary things; and all the females in this world-her mother, and Anna and Flora and Hilda her sisters, and Ellen the cook and Gertrude the maid-did ordinary and unexciting and generally rather tiresome things. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
Arthur Stuart-Menteth Hutchinson (2 June 1879 - 14 March 1971), commonly known by his initials A. S. M. Hutchinson, was a British novelist. A. S. M Hutchinson was editor of the London illustrated newspaper, The Daily Graphic. He wrote romance and family novels as well as short stories for publications such The Sphere Magazine. His best-selling novel, If Winter Comes, was in many aspects ahead of its time, dealing with an unhappy marriage, eventual divorce, and an unwed mother who commits suicide. According to the New York Times, If Winter Comes was the best-selling book in the United States for all of 1922. If Winter Comes was so popular that clergymen gave sermons on the plight of the novel's hero, Mark Sabre.
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