The Mansion

The Mansion is a novel written by Henry Van Dyke that explores the themes of love, faith, and redemption. The story is set in the small town of Old Chester, where John Weightman, a wealthy businessman, has recently passed away. His will stipulates that his mansion should be turned into a home for the elderly, but his family is divided over the decision.The novel follows the lives of the Weightman family, including John's wife, son, and daughter, as well as their friends and neighbors. As they struggle to come to terms with John's death and the fate of his mansion, they are forced to confront their own personal demons and the secrets they have been keeping from each other.Through the characters' journeys, Van Dyke explores the complexities of human relationships and the power of forgiveness. He also delves into the role of religion and spirituality in people's lives, as some characters turn to faith to find solace and others reject it altogether.Overall, The Mansion is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant novel that offers a nuanced portrayal of the human experience. It is a timeless work of literature that continues to captivate readers today.But to human persons the sensation of being waited for is not always agreeable. Sometimes, especially with the young, it produces a vague restlessness, a dumb resentment, which is increased by the fact that one can hardly explain or justify it. Of this John Weightman was not conscious. It lay beyond his horizon. He did not take it into account in the plan of life which he made for himself and for his family as the sharers and inheritors of his success.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.