Howard Grey: A Story For Boys (1859)

By C. L. Mitchell

Book Overview

Howard Grey: A Story For Boys is a novel written by C.L. Mitchell and published in 1859. The book is a coming-of-age story that follows the adventures of the titular character, Howard Grey, as he navigates the challenges of growing up in 19th century England. The novel begins with Howard as a young boy, living with his mother and sister in a small village. After the death of his mother, Howard is sent to live with his uncle, a wealthy merchant who lives in London. There, Howard is exposed to a new world of wealth and privilege, but also encounters the harsh realities of poverty and injustice. As Howard grows older, he becomes increasingly aware of the social and political issues of his time, including the plight of the working class and the need for social reform. He also falls in love with a young woman named Mary, who shares his passion for justice and equality. Throughout the novel, Howard must navigate the challenges of his personal life while also grappling with larger societal issues. He learns important lessons about courage, perseverance, and the power of love and friendship. Overall, Howard Grey: A Story For Boys is a classic coming-of-age tale that explores themes of social justice, morality, and personal growth. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164677306
• ISBN13: 9781164677307
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"