Sorrell and Son by Warwick Deeping

Name: Sorrell and Son
Author: Warwick Deeping

Sorrell and Son is a novel by Warwick Deeping, first published in 1924. It tells the story of a father and son, both named Sorrell, and their struggles to make a living in the harsh environment of the English countryside. The novel begins with the death of the elder Sorrell, leaving his son, also named Sorrell, to fend for himself. The young Sorrell is determined to make a success of his life, and sets out to find work. He eventually finds a job as a farmhand, and begins to build a life for himself. However, Sorrell soon discovers that his father had been involved in a shady business deal, and he is now being pursued by a ruthless debt collector. With the help of his new friends, Sorrell is able to outwit the debt collector and clear his father's name. The novel follows Sorrell as he continues to build a life for himself, and eventually finds love and happiness. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about life, love, and friendship.

By Warwick Deeping · First published 1925 · Genre: Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance · 60 chapters · 134,746 words

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The number of the Pelican bedrooms occupied during the winter months averaged twenty-three. Mr. Roland was losing money steadily, and Sorrell saw the old black gulf reopening under his feet. Moreover, his income from tips had fallen by half, and after paying Mr. Porteous and Mrs. Garland he had little to boast of in the way of savings.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Warwick Deeping
Date: 1925 CE
Language: English
Genres: Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama
Length: 134,746 words
Structure: 146 chapters, 5,274 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Realistic Fiction — The novel follows the story of a father and son, and their struggles to make a living in a small English village. It is a realistic portrayal of life in the early 20th century.
Historical Fiction — The novel is set in the early 20th century and follows the lives of the characters in the context of the historical events of the time.
Romance — The novel follows the romantic relationship between the protagonist and his love interest, and the obstacles they face in their relationship.
Drama — The novel follows the dramatic events in the lives of the characters, and the emotional turmoil they experience.