Publisher's Synopsis
The Clutch of Circumstance is a novel written by Leighton Graves Osmun in 1914. The story follows the life of a young man named Richard Garwood, who is born into a wealthy family and is expected to follow in his father's footsteps as a successful businessman. However, Richard has a passion for art and decides to pursue a career in painting instead. As he struggles to make a name for himself in the art world, Richard falls in love with a young woman named Marion, who shares his passion for art. But their relationship is threatened by the social and economic pressures of their time, as well as by the interference of Richard's father, who disapproves of his son's artistic pursuits. The Clutch of Circumstance explores themes of love, ambition, and the struggle between individuality and societal expectations. It also provides a glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of early 20th century America. Osmun's writing style is characterized by rich descriptions and vivid imagery, which bring the characters and settings to life. The novel is a poignant and thought-provoking read that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt torn between their personal passions and the demands of society.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.
