Publisher's Synopsis
Adrian Savage: A Novel is a book written by Lucas Malet and published in 1911. The novel follows the story of Adrian Savage, a young man who is struggling to find his place in the world. Adrian is a dreamer, a romantic, and a bit of a misfit. He is not interested in the conventional pursuits of his peers, such as business or politics, but instead longs for adventure and meaning.The story begins with Adrian's childhood and follows him through his teenage years and into adulthood. Along the way, he meets a variety of interesting characters, including artists, writers, and other bohemians. He falls in love with a woman named Sybil, but their relationship is complicated by their different backgrounds and social status.As Adrian grows older, he becomes more disillusioned with the world around him. He sees the hypocrisy and corruption of the upper classes and becomes increasingly drawn to the idea of social reform. He becomes involved in various political movements and causes, but his idealism is tested by the harsh realities of the world.The novel is a character study of Adrian Savage, and it explores themes of love, idealism, and disillusionment. It is a portrait of a young man trying to find his place in a changing world, and it offers a glimpse into the social and political landscape of early 20th century England.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.
