Publisher's Synopsis
""Jacob and John"" is a novel written by Walter Raymond and originally published in 1905. The story revolves around two brothers, Jacob and John, who are raised in a small village in England. Jacob is the elder and more responsible of the two, while John is carefree and impulsive. Despite their differences, the brothers are close and share a strong bond.As they grow older, Jacob becomes a successful businessman and marries a woman named Mary. John, on the other hand, struggles to find his place in the world and eventually turns to drinking and gambling. Their relationship becomes strained as John's behavior becomes more erratic and he begins to cause trouble for Jacob and his family.Throughout the novel, Raymond explores themes of family, loyalty, and the consequences of one's actions. The story is set against the backdrop of rural England in the early 20th century and offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during this time period.Overall, ""Jacob and John"" is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of sibling relationships and the challenges of navigating life's ups and downs.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.
