Drowsy (1917) - John Ames Mitchell - Bog

Drowsy is a novel written by John Ames Mitchell and originally published in 1917. The story is set in New York City and follows the life of a wealthy and successful businessman named John Sharp. Despite his success, John is plagued by a sense of dissatisfaction and boredom with his life. He begins to experiment with drugs and alcohol in an attempt to escape his feelings of ennui.As John's addiction spirals out of control, he becomes increasingly isolated from his family and friends. His wife, Mary, tries to intervene and help him, but he resists her efforts. Eventually, John's addiction leads to a tragic accident that forces him to confront the reality of his situation.Drowsy is a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of addiction, isolation, and the search for meaning in life. Mitchell's writing is both lyrical and insightful, capturing the complex emotions and struggles of his characters with sensitivity and depth. The novel remains a timeless classic 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.