Development: A Novel (1920)

Development: A Novel is a literary work by American poet Amy Lowell, first published in 1920. The novel is set in the early 20th century and follows the story of Eve, a young woman from a wealthy family who is determined to break free from the constraints of her privileged upbringing and pursue her own path in life. As Eve navigates the challenges of early adulthood, she becomes increasingly disillusioned with the materialistic values of her social circle and begins to question the meaning of success and happiness. Along the way, she meets a cast of characters who challenge her assumptions and help her to discover her true passions and purpose in life. Through Eve's journey, Lowell explores themes of personal growth, social class, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. The novel is renowned for its vivid descriptions of the New England landscape and its insightful commentary on the social and cultural norms of the time. Overall, Development: A Novel is a thought-provoking and engaging work of fiction that offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of modern life.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.