The Crow's Nest (1921)

The Crow's Nest is a novel written by Clarence Day Jr. and first published in 1921. The story is set in New York City in the early 1900s and follows the lives of the wealthy and privileged residents of a prestigious apartment building called The Crow's Nest. The novel is a satirical commentary on the social and cultural norms of the time, as well as a portrayal of the decadence and excess of the upper class.The main character of the novel is John Henry, a young man who has recently moved into The Crow's Nest with his mother. John Henry is a bit of an outsider in this world of wealth and privilege, and he quickly becomes disillusioned with the shallow and superficial lifestyle of his neighbors. He finds himself drawn to the more down-to-earth residents of the building, including a struggling artist named Lily and a working-class family who live in the basement.As John Henry navigates his way through this world of privilege and excess, he begins to question the values and priorities of the people around him. He discovers that beneath their polished exteriors, many of the residents of The Crow's Nest are deeply unhappy and unfulfilled. The novel is a critique of the empty materialism and social climbing that characterized the upper class at the time, as well as a celebration of the simple pleasures and genuine relationships that can be found outside of that world.Overall, The Crow's Nest is a witty and insightful novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the social dynamics of early 20th century New York City. It is a timeless commentary on the human condition and the search for meaning and fulfillment in a world that can often seem shallow and empty.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.