Conquest and Self-Conquest: Or Which Makes The Hero? is a novel written by Maria Jane McIntosh and first published in 1855. The story revolves around two main characters, Edward and Ellen, who are both struggling to find their place in the world and become heroes in their own right.Edward is a young man who is determined to conquer the world and make a name for himself. He is ambitious and driven, but also selfish and ruthless. Ellen, on the other...