The Ragged Messenger (1915) - William Babington Maxwell - Bog

The Ragged Messenger is a novel written by William Babington Maxwell and published in 1915. The story revolves around a young man named Michael Fane who is struggling to make ends meet. He is forced to take up odd jobs to support himself, including working as a messenger boy for a law firm. One day, he is given a task to deliver a message to a wealthy client, but he loses the message along the way.This mistake sets off a chain of events that leads Michael on a journey of self-discovery. He meets a variety of characters, including a group of artists and a wealthy woman who takes an interest in him. Through these encounters, Michael learns about life, love, and the importance of honesty.The Ragged Messenger is a poignant tale of a young man's journey to find his place in the world. It explores themes of social class, morality, and the human condition. The novel is written in a simple and straightforward style, making it accessible to readers of all ages. It is 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.