Cakes And Ale

By Douglas William Jerrold

Book Overview

Cakes and Ale is a novel written by Douglas Jerrold that tells the story of a young boy named Edward Marston, who grows up in a small English town and becomes a successful writer. The novel is set in the early 20th century and is a satirical look at the literary world of the time. The story follows Edward's life from his childhood to his adulthood, as he navigates his way through the ups and downs of the literary world. Along the way, he meets a variety of colorful characters, including writers, editors, and publishers, who all have their own agendas and motivations.The novel is a witty and humorous commentary on the literary world and the people who inhabit it. It explores themes of ambition, jealousy, and the search for artistic integrity, as well as the role of the writer in society.Overall, Cakes and Ale is a charming and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the world of literature and the people who make it. It is a must-read for anyone who loves books and is interested in the creative process behind them.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163286974
• ISBN13: 9781163286975
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"