Publisher's Synopsis
The Cresting Wave is a novel written by Edwin Bateman Morris and published in 1920. The story is set in the early 1900s and follows the life of a young man named John, who is born into a wealthy family in New York City. Despite his privileged upbringing, John is restless and yearns for adventure and excitement.As he grows older, John becomes increasingly disillusioned with his life and decides to leave his family and travel the world. He embarks on a journey that takes him to Europe, Asia, and Africa, where he encounters a variety of people and experiences.Along the way, John falls in love with a young woman named Alice, but their relationship is complicated by their different backgrounds and the challenges they face as they navigate their way through the world.As John continues his journey, he becomes increasingly aware of the social and political issues of the time, including the rise of fascism in Europe and the struggle for independence in Africa. He becomes involved in various causes and movements, and his experiences shape his views on life, love, and the world.The Cresting Wave is a sweeping epic that explores themes of love, adventure, and social justice. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
