Father and Son: A Study of Two Temperaments is a memoir written by Edmund Gosse, first published in 1912. The book is a detailed account of the relationship between Gosse and his father, Philip Henry Gosse, a renowned naturalist and religious fundamentalist. The memoir explores the conflicting beliefs and values of the two men, who had very different temperaments and worldviews. Edmund was a young boy growing up in a strict religious household, while his father was deeply committed to his faith and scientific pursuits. The book chronicles their struggles to understand and accept each other, as well as their attempts to reconcile their differences.Throughout the book, Gosse reflects on his upbringing, his relationship with his father, and the impact of his father's beliefs on his own life. He also provides a detailed portrait of his father's life and work, including his pioneering studies of marine biology and his controversial religious beliefs.Father and Son is widely regarded as a classic of English literature and a groundbreaking work in the field of memoir. It has been praised for its honesty, insight, and vivid portrayal of a complex father-son relationship. The book continues to be read and studied by scholars, literary critics, and general readers alike.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.