Publisher's Synopsis
Skinner's Baby is a novel written by Henry Irving Dodge and published in 1917. The story revolves around a wealthy businessman named James Skinner who is determined to have a child. After years of trying unsuccessfully, he turns to a doctor who promises him a baby through artificial insemination. However, when the child is born, Skinner discovers that the doctor used his own sperm instead of a donor's. This revelation leads to a legal battle between Skinner and the doctor, as well as a personal struggle for Skinner as he tries to come to terms with his newfound fatherhood. The book explores themes of parenthood, identity, and the consequences of unethical medical practices. Overall, Skinner's Baby is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that delves into complex moral issues.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.
