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Fathers of Men

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Fathers of Men

A Tale of Honor, Love, and Loyalty in Early 20th Century EnglandBy Ernest William Hornung

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Fathers of Men

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In "Fathers of Men," Ernest William Hornung intricately weaves a narrative exploring the complexities of father-son relationships within the framework of early 20th-century society. Utilizing a blend of rich prose and tight dialogue, Hornung deftly examines themes of identity, moral obligation, and generational conflict. The novel unfolds through the experiences of various characters, each grappling with their legacies, effectively capturing the zeitgeist of an era where societal expectations clashed with individual desires, thereby placing the narrative within the broader context of Victorian and Edwardian literature. Hornung, a celebrated author known primarily for his creation of the gentleman thief A.J. Raffles, brings a personal understanding of familial dynamics to this work. Despite his comedic talents, Hornung's own background, entrenched in a transitional social landscape, informs the depth with which he portrays the struggles of his characters. His ability to navigate both humor and gravitas has established him as a significant voice of the time, further enriching the emotional resonance of "Fathers of Men." This novel is a remarkable exploration of paternal influence and the quest for self-definition. Readers interested in the evolution of family dynamics and the poignant intricacies of human relationships will find Hornung'Äôs work both enlightening and profoundly relatable. It is a must-read for those who appreciate the deeper implications of familial legacies in shaping identity.

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Audiobook details

GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction

Length11 hrs 43 mins

Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateDec 8, 2020

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Behind the Scenes

17The Fun of the Fair

2Change and Chance

18Dark Horses

3Very Raw Material

19Fame and Fortune

4Settling in

20The Eve of Office

5Nicknames

21Out of Form

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6Boy to Boy

22The Old Boys&#x27; Match

7Reassurance

23Interlude in a Study

8Likes and Dislikes

24The Second Morning&#x27;s Play

9Coram Populo

25Interlude in the Wood

10Elegiacs

26Close of Play

11A Merry Christmas

27The Extreme Penalty

12The New Year

28&quot;Like Lucifer&quot;

13The Haunted House

29Chips and Jan

14&quot;Summer-term&quot;

30His Last Fling

15Sprawson&#x27;s Masterpiece

31Vale

16Similia Similibus

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