The Shadow Of A Life (1888)

The Shadow of a Life is a novel written by John Laurence Hornibrook in 1888. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Arthur Sinclair, who is haunted by the shadow of his past. Arthur is a successful lawyer and enjoys a comfortable life, but he is plagued by memories of a tragic incident that occurred in his youth. He is unable to shake off the guilt and shame he feels for his role in the incident, and it begins to affect his personal and professional life.As the story progresses, Arthur is forced to confront his past and come to terms with the decisions he made. He is also faced with a dilemma when he falls in love with a woman who is connected to the incident from his past. The novel explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the consequences of our actions.Hornibrook's writing style is descriptive and emotive, painting a vivid picture of Arthur's inner turmoil and the world around him. The Shadow of a Life is a thought-provoking and engaging read that delves into the complexities of human nature and the power of forgiveness.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.