Excerpt from Number One: Or, the Way of the World
AN old author may sometimes experience less difficulty in illustrating a subject than in finding a suitable subject for illustration. With regard to the present unpretending work - probably the last that will ever proceed from the same pen - the conception of the offspring involved a much longer period than that which has been employed in clothing it.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book, a captivating memoir, recounts the often difficult journey of the author from childhood to adulthood in early 19th-century England. Born into a comfortable life, the author's idyllic early years are shattered by the untimely loss of both parents, leaving them an orphan at the age of fifteen. The author's account of their subsequent struggles for independence paints a vivid picture of the stark realities of life for a young person in that era. The author's narrative is both deeply personal and historically informative, reflecting the social and economic challenges of the time. Through poignant anecdotes and insightful observations, the author explores themes of loss, resilience, and the pursuit of a meaningful life in a rapidly changing world. This book is a valuable contribution to the literature of coming-of-age stories, offering a glimpse into the complexities of identity formation and the timeless human experience of navigating life's unexpected turns. Its insights into the human condition make it an enduring and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the journey from adolescence to adulthood. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331448075_0
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781331448075
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