The Honorable Percival By: Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice (1870-1942)
The Honorable Percival by Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice is a thought-provoking and deeply touching novel that delves into the complexities of love, loyalty, and societal expectations. Rice's captivating storytelling and richly developed characters make for a compelling reading experience. The story revolves around the titular character, Percival, a young man who finds himself torn between his love for his childhood friend, Mary, and the expectations of his family. As he navigates the treacherous waters of love and duty, Percival's moral compass is constantly tested. Rice does a remarkable job of portraying his internal struggle, capturing the essence of his conflicting emotions with great nuance. What sets The Honorable Percival apart is Rice's exploration of the social norms and unequal power dynamics of the early 20th century. The novel provides a thought-provoking commentary on the limitations imposed on women, as well as the social pressures faced by men in a patriarchal society. Rice addresses these themes with sensitivity, creating an engaging narrative that raises important questions about societal expectations and the desire for personal happiness. The characters in the book are vividly brought to life, each with their own distinct voice and struggles. Mary, in particular, shines as a strong-willed and independent woman who defies societal expectations. Through her character, Rice challenges the traditional role of women in society, offering a powerful commentary on gender dynamics and the importance of personal agency. Rice's prose is beautifully crafted, evoking a vivid sense of time and place. Her descriptions are rich and immersive, allowing the reader to fully immerse themselves in the world she has created. The pacing of the story is well-balanced, with moments of intensity and quiet reflection that keep the reader engaged from beginning to end. While The Honorable Percival is a tale of love and duty, it is also a story about the choices we make and the consequences they carry. Rice reminds us that true honor lies not in blindly following societal expectations, but rather in following one's heart and pursuing personal fulfillment. The novel's powerful message lingers long after the final page is turned. Overall, The Honorable Percival is a beautifully written novel that delves into the complexities of love, loyalty, and societal expectations. Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice's storytelling prowess and poignant exploration of themes make this book a must-read for fans of thought-provoking literature. First Page: THE HONORABLE PERCIVAL [Illustration: Their boat had sailed] THE HONORABLE PERCIVAL BY ALICE HEGAN RICE AUTHOR OF "MRS. WIGGS OF THE CABBAGE PATCH," "A ROMANCE OF BILLY GOAT HILL," ETC. NEW YORK THE CENTURY CO. 1914 Copyright, 1914, by THE CENTURY CO. Copyright, 1914, by MCCLURE'S MAGAZINE Published, October, 1914 CONTENTS CHAPTER I A BLIGHTED BEING II A COUNTER IRRITANT III CONVALESCENCE IV COUNTER CURRENTS V STRANDED VI IN THE WIND SHELTER VII THE DAY THAT NEVER WAS VIII IN THE CROW'S NEST IX DRAGGING ANCHOR X ON THE SEARCH XI THE GYMKHANA XII THE SONG OF THE SIREN XIII PERCIVAL PROCRASTINATES XIV NEPTUNE TAKES A HAND XV PERCIVAL RISES TO AN OCCASION XVI IN PORT LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Their boat had sailed "Well, did you ever! Where did you come from?" Her hair, still damp, was hanging about her shoulders, and she carried a bundle of bath towels under her arm "Mr. Hascombe!" she demanded breathlessly, "you'll take me out in the surf boat, won't you?" At a break neck speed towards the wharf "I don't know what makes me so everlastingly silly!" she said fiercely trying to swallow the rising sobs, "but he won't understand!" "I like the way your mouth looks when you read it" "Roberta!" he called sternly... Continue reading book >>

The Honorable Percival By: Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice (1870-1942)

The Honorable Percival by Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice is a thought-provoking and deeply touching novel that delves into the complexities of love, loyalty, and societal expectations. Rice's captivating storytelling and richly developed characters make for a compelling reading experience.

The story revolves around the titular character, Percival, a young man who finds himself torn between his love for his childhood friend, Mary, and the expectations of his family. As he navigates the treacherous waters of love and duty, Percival's moral compass is constantly tested. Rice does a remarkable job of portraying his internal struggle, capturing the essence of his conflicting emotions with great nuance.

What sets The Honorable Percival apart is Rice's exploration of the social norms and unequal power dynamics of the early 20th century. The novel provides a thought-provoking commentary on the limitations imposed on women, as well as the social pressures faced by men in a patriarchal society. Rice addresses these themes with sensitivity, creating an engaging narrative that raises important questions about societal expectations and the desire for personal happiness.

The characters in the book are vividly brought to life, each with their own distinct voice and struggles. Mary, in particular, shines as a strong-willed and independent woman who defies societal expectations. Through her character, Rice challenges the traditional role of women in society, offering a powerful commentary on gender dynamics and the importance of personal agency.

Rice's prose is beautifully crafted, evoking a vivid sense of time and place. Her descriptions are rich and immersive, allowing the reader to fully immerse themselves in the world she has created. The pacing of the story is well-balanced, with moments of intensity and quiet reflection that keep the reader engaged from beginning to end.

While The Honorable Percival is a tale of love and duty, it is also a story about the choices we make and the consequences they carry. Rice reminds us that true honor lies not in blindly following societal expectations, but rather in following one's heart and pursuing personal fulfillment. The novel's powerful message lingers long after the final page is turned.

Overall, The Honorable Percival is a beautifully written novel that delves into the complexities of love, loyalty, and societal expectations. Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice's storytelling prowess and poignant exploration of themes make this book a must-read for fans of thought-provoking literature.

First Page:

THE HONORABLE PERCIVAL

[Illustration: Their boat had sailed]

THE HONORABLE PERCIVAL

BY ALICE HEGAN RICE

AUTHOR OF "MRS. WIGGS OF THE CABBAGE PATCH," "A ROMANCE OF BILLY GOAT HILL," ETC.

NEW YORK THE CENTURY CO. 1914

Published, October, 1914

CONTENTS

CHAPTER

I A BLIGHTED BEING

II A COUNTER IRRITANT

III CONVALESCENCE

IV COUNTER CURRENTS

V STRANDED

VI IN THE WIND SHELTER

VII THE DAY THAT NEVER WAS

VIII IN THE CROW'S NEST

IX DRAGGING ANCHOR

X ON THE SEARCH

XI THE GYMKHANA

XII THE SONG OF THE SIREN

XIII PERCIVAL PROCRASTINATES

XIV NEPTUNE TAKES A HAND

XV PERCIVAL RISES TO AN OCCASION

XVI IN PORT

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

Their boat had sailed

"Well, did you ever! Where did you come from?"

Her hair, still damp, was hanging about her shoulders, and she carried a bundle of bath towels under her arm

"Mr. Hascombe!" she demanded breathlessly, "you'll take me out in the surf boat, won't you?"

At a break neck speed towards the wharf

"I don't know what makes me so everlastingly silly!" she said fiercely trying to swallow the rising sobs, "but he won't understand!"

"I like the way your mouth looks when you read it"

"Roberta!" he called sternly... Continue reading book >>

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