Publisher's Synopsis
Lucid Intervals is a novel written by Edward Sandford Martin. The book is a sequel to his earlier work, The Luxury of Hesitation, and continues the story of the protagonist, Peter Corliss. The novel follows the life of Peter, a successful businessman who is struggling with alcoholism. Peter's addiction has caused him to lose his job, his wife, and his reputation. The story begins with Peter waking up in a hospital, having been found unconscious on the streets. He is shocked to learn that he has been sober for six months and has no memory of the past half-year. As he tries to piece together what happened, he discovers that his ex-wife has taken custody of their children and is planning to move away. Determined to regain his life, Peter begins attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and working to rebuild his relationships with his children and ex-wife. He also takes on a new job as a journalist, where he uncovers a scandal involving a local politician. As Peter continues to navigate his sobriety and personal life, he must confront his past mistakes and learn to forgive himself. The novel explores themes of addiction, redemption, and the power of forgiveness. Overall, Lucid Intervals is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a realistic portrayal of the challenges faced by those struggling with addiction. Edward Sandford Martin's writing is engaging and insightful, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the human condition.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.
