Publisher's Synopsis
The God's and Mr. Perrin: A Tragicomedy is a novel written by Hugh Walpole and first published in 1911. The story revolves around the life of Mr. Perrin, a middle-aged man who leads a mundane and unremarkable life. He is a clerk at a London office and lives with his wife and children in a small apartment.One day, Mr. Perrin experiences a strange and supernatural encounter with the Greek gods Apollo and Dionysus. They appear to him in a dream and offer him the chance to live a more exciting and fulfilling life. Mr. Perrin is hesitant at first, but eventually accepts their offer and embarks on a journey of self-discovery.As Mr. Perrin begins to explore his new life, he encounters a cast of eccentric characters, including a group of artists and intellectuals who challenge his beliefs and push him out of his comfort zone. Mr. Perrin's transformation is not without its challenges, and he must confront his own fears and limitations to fully embrace his new identity.The God's and Mr. Perrin is a tragicomedy that explores themes of identity, self-discovery, and the search for meaning in life. Walpole's writing style is both humorous and poignant, and his characters are vividly drawn and relatable. The novel is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
