Anthony John by Jerome K. Jerome
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"Anthony John" by Jerome K. Jerome is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds the life of Anthony John Strong’nth’arm against the backdrop of Millsborough, exploring themes of class struggle, personal ambition, and the complexities of family life. As Anthony navigates a challenging upbringing marked by poverty and his father’s struggles as a mechanical engineer, readers are introduced to a rich cast of characters that shape his journey.
At the start of the novel, we witness the birth of Anthony John in a poor household, setting the tone for his life of hardship and resilience. The narrative gives insight into his early years, depicting the dynamics between his parents and the environment that influences his growth. Anthony's father, John, embodies the futility of dreams unfulfilled, while his mother, strong but burdened, seeks a better future for their son. As the story progresses, Anthony develops a sense of self and ambition amidst the struggles of his family, showcasing his instinctive fight against the odds while grappling with larger questions about fate and destiny. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Jerome, Jerome K. (Jerome Klapka), 1859-1927 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 23007989 |
| Title | Anthony John |
| Credits | Tim Lindell, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | City and town life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Christian life -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social conditions -- 20th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66465 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-66465-1 |
| Release Date | Oct 4, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 264 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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