So The World Goes (1897)

So The World Goes is a novel written by James William Sullivan and published in 1897. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of a young man named John Ward, who is born into a wealthy family in New York City. Despite his privileged upbringing, John is restless and dissatisfied with his life, and so he sets out on a journey of self-discovery that takes him across the United States and Europe.Along the way, John encounters a variety of characters, both good and bad, and experiences a range of emotions, from joy and love to despair and heartbreak. He falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Alice, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that she is already engaged to another man. John also becomes involved in political and social issues of the day, including the abolition of slavery and women's rights.As John's journey unfolds, he discovers that life is full of both beauty and tragedy, and that the world is a complex and ever-changing place. Despite the challenges he faces, however, John remains determined to find his place in the world and to make a difference in the lives of those around him.So The World Goes is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. It is a classic work of American literature 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.