The Adventures Of Antoine (1922)

By Harry Collinson Owen

Book Overview

The Adventures of Antoine is a novel written by Harry Collinson Owen and published in 1922. The book follows the story of Antoine, a young orphan boy who lives in poverty in the French countryside. Antoine's life changes when he meets a wealthy American woman who takes him under her wing and introduces him to a world of luxury and adventure.The novel is set against the backdrop of post-World War I France and explores themes of class, wealth, and social mobility. Antoine's journey takes him from the rural countryside to the bustling streets of Paris, where he encounters a cast of colorful characters and experiences the highs and lows of life in the city.Throughout the book, Antoine's resilience and determination are tested as he navigates the challenges of his new life. He must learn to adapt to a new culture, make new friends, and confront the harsh realities of poverty and inequality.The Adventures of Antoine is a heartwarming and engaging novel that offers a vivid portrait of life in early 20th-century France. It is a timeless story of hope, perseverance, and the power of friendship to overcome adversity.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: 1104476851
• ISBN13: 9781104476854
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"