Publisher's Synopsis
Daddy's Boy is a novel written by L. T. Meade and first published in 1888. The story revolves around the life of a young boy named Dick, who is the apple of his father's eye. Dick's father, Mr. Dale, is a wealthy businessman who dotes on his son and spoils him with gifts and attention. However, Dick's life takes a dramatic turn when his father suddenly dies, leaving him with a huge inheritance and a lot of responsibilities.As Dick tries to navigate his new life as a young man of means, he is faced with several challenges. He must learn to manage his inheritance wisely, deal with jealous relatives who want a share of his wealth, and make decisions about his future. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including a kind-hearted lawyer, a scheming cousin, and a beautiful young woman who captures his heart.The novel explores themes of love, loss, family, and responsibility, and offers a glimpse into Victorian-era society and the challenges faced by young men coming of age. Through Dick's journey, readers are taken on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, as he learns valuable lessons about life, love, and the true meaning of family. With its engaging plot and well-drawn characters, Daddy's Boy is a classic novel that has stood the test of time.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.
