The Stucco House (1918)

The Stucco House is a novel written by Gilbert Cannan and published in 1918. The story takes place in England during World War I and follows the lives of the residents of a stucco house in a small town. The novel explores themes of love, marriage, family, and the social norms of the time.The main character is Elizabeth, a young woman who is married to a soldier fighting in the war. She is left alone to care for their young daughter and struggles to make ends meet. Elizabeth's neighbor, Mrs. Gurdon, is a wealthy and influential woman who takes an interest in Elizabeth's life and tries to help her.As the war progresses, the characters in the stucco house face various challenges and hardships. Some of them experience personal tragedies, while others find love and happiness. The novel also touches on issues such as class differences, gender roles, and the impact of war on society.Overall, The Stucco House is a poignant and insightful portrayal of life during a tumultuous period in history. Cannan's writing is both vivid and nuanced, capturing the complexities of human relationships and the social dynamics of the time. The novel remains a classic of early 20th-century literature and a testament to the enduring power of storytelling.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.