Publisher's Synopsis
Temperamental Henry is a novel written by Samuel Merwin that tells the story of Henry Calverly III, a young man who struggles to find his place in the world. The book is divided into several episodes that chronicle Henry's early life and his various romantic relationships.The story begins with Henry as a young boy, growing up in a wealthy family in the early 20th century. Despite his privileged upbringing, Henry is a sensitive and temperamental child who struggles to fit in with his peers. As he grows older, he becomes more and more isolated, and his relationships with his family and friends become strained.As a young man, Henry falls in love with several women, each of whom represents a different aspect of his personality. There is the fiery and passionate Isabel, who awakens Henry's sense of adventure and risk-taking. There is the gentle and nurturing Mary, who offers him comfort and stability. And there is the enigmatic and mysterious Rachel, who challenges him to confront his deepest fears and desires.Throughout the book, Henry grapples with his own identity and his place in the world. He is torn between his desire for freedom and adventure and his need for stability and security. Ultimately, he must learn to reconcile these conflicting impulses and find a path that is true to himself.Written in a lyrical and evocative style, Temperamental Henry is a poignant and insightful exploration of love, identity, and the human condition. It is a timeless tale that will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds.1917. The book begins: Henry Calverly, 3rd, had a few hours every week or two when power seemed to flow through him, bound from a mysterious source to a vague end. The rest of the time he wavered between listless revery-he would walk the streets hour after hour lost in a maze of wandering dreams-and discouragement.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.
