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"The Ministers Charge, Or, The Apprenticeship of Lemuel Barker" by William Dean Howells is a comingofage novel that follows the journey of Lemuel Barker, a young man from a rural background, as he transitions to urban life in 19thcentury Boston. The story delves into themes of social class, ambition, and morality, providing a realistic portrayal of American society during this period. Lemuel, driven by a desire for personal growth and education, leaves his rural home and arrives in Boston, where he faces numerous challenges and hardships. The novel chronicles his efforts to navigate the complexities of urban life and his quest to find his identity. Central to his journey is his relationship with Reverend Sewell, a mentor who guides him through his apprenticeship. As Lemuels experiences in Boston shape his understanding of himself and the world around him, "The Ministers Charge" offers a nuanced examination of the individuals struggle for personal and social betterment within the broader context of 19thcentury American society. Howells realistic narrative style and keen insights into human nature make this novel a compelling exploration of ambition, mentorship, and the quest for identity.
Binding: Paperback;294 pages; Publisher: Repro India Limited; Classification: ; Weight: 558 g; Dimensions: 216 x 140 x 25
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"The Ministers Charge, Or, The Apprenticeship of Lemuel Barker" by William Dean Howells is a comingofage novel that follows the journey of Lemuel Barker, a young man from a rural background, as he transitions to urban life in 19thcentury Boston. The story delves into themes of social class, ambition, and morality, providing a realistic portrayal of American society during this period. Lemuel, driven by a desire for personal growth and education, leaves his rural home and arrives in Boston, where he faces numerous challenges and hardships. The novel chronicles his efforts to navigate the complexities of urban life and his quest to find his identity. Central to his journey is his relationship with Reverend Sewell, a mentor who guides him through his apprenticeship. As Lemuels experiences in Boston shape his understanding of himself and the world around him, "The Ministers Charge" offers a nuanced examination of the individuals struggle for personal and social betterment within the broader context of 19thcentury American society. Howells realistic narrative style and keen insights into human nature make this novel a compelling exploration of ambition, mentorship, and the quest for identity.
Binding: Paperback;294 pages; Publisher: Repro India Limited; Classification: ; Weight: 558 g; Dimensions: 216 x 140 x 25
Extended returns Orders placed after 29th October 2026 can be returned until 5th January 2027
Something not quite right? You have 21 days from the day you receive it, to send something back. When you purchase Debenhams Deliver+, you will have an extra 14 days on top of our standard 21-day window to initate a return.
Please note, we cannot offer refunds on fashion face masks, cosmetics, pierced jewellery, adult toys, and swimwear or lingerie if the hygiene seal is not in place or has been broken.
Items of footwear and/or clothing must be unworn and unwashed with the original labels attached. Also, footwear must be tried on indoors. Items of homeware including bedlinen, mattresses, and toppers, and pillows must be unused and in their original unopened packaging. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Click here to view our full Returns Policy.
“Refund was approved and back in my account the same day.” - Deliver+ customer
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