Two Men O’ Mendip (1899)

Two Men O' Mendip is a novel written by Walter Raymond and published in 1899. The story is set in the Mendip Hills, a range of hills in Somerset, England. The novel revolves around the lives of two men, John Fry and his son, Jarge.John Fry is a farmer who lives with his family in a small cottage on the hills. He is a hardworking and honest man, who has lived his entire life on the Mendip Hills. Jarge, his son, is a young man who is eager to explore the world beyond the hills. He is restless and dreams of a life beyond farming.The novel follows the lives of these two men as they navigate the challenges of rural life. John Fry struggles to keep his farm afloat, while Jarge sets out to explore the wider world. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a wealthy landowner, a traveling circus, and a group of smugglers.As the story unfolds, the two men are forced to confront their own desires and ambitions. John Fry must come to terms with the fact that his son may leave the farm behind, while Jarge must decide whether to pursue his dreams or stay true to his roots.Two Men O' Mendip is a poignant and beautifully written novel that captures the spirit of rural life in late 19th century England. It is a timeless tale of family, love, and the struggle to find one's place in the world.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.