The story revolves around four friends who make a pact to meet again after 20 years and discuss their ideals. The novel explores how each of them has progressed in achieving their ideals, with some having compromised on their values while others have remained steadfast. Through the characters' journeys, the novel examines the challenges of maintaining one's ideals in the face of societal pressures and personal struggles.
By Edward Everett Hale · First published 1872 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Inspirational, Philosophical · 4 chapters