In Cotton Wool (1912)

In Cotton Wool is a novel written by William Babington Maxwell and published in 1912. The story revolves around the life of a young boy named Bobby, who is brought up in a sheltered and over-protected environment by his mother. Bobby's mother is extremely possessive and overbearing, and she shields him from the outside world, fearing that he may get hurt or exposed to the harsh realities of life.As Bobby grows up, he becomes increasingly frustrated with his sheltered existence and yearns to explore the world beyond his home. He longs to experience the joys and challenges of life, but his mother's overprotective nature continues to hold him back.The novel explores themes of parental love, overprotection, and the need for independence. It also highlights the importance of letting children experience life's ups and downs, rather than shielding them from it.In Cotton Wool is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of growing up. It is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers 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.