The Coward (1912)

The Coward is a novel written by Robert Hugh Benson and published in 1912. The story revolves around a young man named Richard Haven, who is a coward and has a fear of physical violence. He is the son of a wealthy businessman and is engaged to a woman named Mary, who comes from a similar background. However, Richard's fear and lack of courage make him feel inadequate and unworthy of Mary's love.As the story progresses, Richard's cowardice is put to the test when he is falsely accused of a crime and is forced to defend himself in court. Despite his fear, Richard finds the courage to stand up for himself and prove his innocence. Along the way, he also learns about the power of faith and the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity.The Coward is a thought-provoking and inspiring novel that explores themes of courage, faith, and self-discovery. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today, offering valuable lessons about the human condition and the importance of facing one's fears.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.