Lantern Marsh

About this book

In the early 20th century, as America grappled with rapid industrialization and shifting social landscapes, "Lantern Marsh" by Beaumont Sandfield Cornell emerges as a poignant exploration of personal ambition against the backdrop of familial duty. The novel intricately weaves themes of isolation and longing, embodied in Mauney Bard's struggle between the confines of his father's farm and the allure of a world beyond. With vivid descriptions of the desolate marsh and the weight of social expectations, Cornell captures the essence of a young man's quest for identity. Ideal for students and civic activists, this compelling narrative invites readers to reflect on the complexities of obligation and aspiration in a changing society.