Melloney Holtspur (1922) - John Masefield - Bog

Melloney Holtspur is a novel written by the renowned British author, John Masefield, and was first published in 1922. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of Melloney Holtspur, a young woman who is born into a wealthy family in England. Melloney is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is determined to make her own way in the world. She is passionate about art and literature and dreams of becoming a writer. However, her privileged upbringing and societal expectations make it difficult for her to pursue her dreams. As Melloney grows older, she becomes increasingly disillusioned with her life and the people around her. She begins to question the values and beliefs of the upper class and becomes drawn to the bohemian lifestyle of artists and writers. Throughout the novel, Melloney faces many challenges and obstacles, including a failed marriage, financial difficulties, and the disapproval of her family and friends. However, she remains determined to live life on her own terms and refuses to conform to societal norms. Melloney Holtspur is a thought-provoking and insightful novel that explores themes of identity, class, and gender. Masefield's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make this book a must-read for anyone interested in early 20th-century English literature.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.