Publisher's Synopsis
Mr. Chaine's Sons is a novel written by William Edward Norris and originally published in 1891. The story revolves around the Chaine family, a wealthy and influential family living in England during the late 19th century. The patriarch of the family, Mr. Chaine, has two sons, Robert and Richard, who are both very different from each other. Robert is a successful businessman who is devoted to his work, while Richard is a carefree and reckless young man who enjoys the pleasures of life. The novel explores the complex relationships between the Chaine family members, as well as their interactions with other members of high society. It delves into themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for power and wealth. The story takes many twists and turns as the characters navigate their way through various challenges and obstacles.The novel also provides a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of the time period, including the expectations placed on men and women, and the rigid class distinctions that existed in English society. Overall, Mr. Chaine's Sons is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the wealthy and powerful during the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or English literature.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.
