Martin's Inheritance: Or The Story Of A Life's Chances, A Temperance Tale (1887)

By Elizabeth Van Sommer

Book Overview

Martin's Inheritance: Or The Story Of A Life's Chances, A Temperance Tale is a novel written by Elizabeth Van Sommer in 1887. The book tells the story of Martin, a young man who inherits a large sum of money from his deceased father. Martin's newfound wealth leads him down a path of vice and indulgence, causing him to neglect his responsibilities and relationships.As Martin's life spirals out of control, he meets a group of temperance advocates who introduce him to the principles of sobriety and self-control. Through their guidance and support, Martin is able to turn his life around and become a productive member of society.The novel explores themes of wealth, temptation, and the power of positive influence. It serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of excess and the importance of making responsible choices. Written during the temperance movement of the late 19th century, Martin's Inheritance also advocates for the benefits of a sober lifestyle and the importance of community support in achieving personal growth and success.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: 1166596109
• ISBN13: 9781166596101
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 238 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"