The Canker (1907)

The Canker is a novel written by James Blyth and first published in 1907. It tells the story of a man named John Weldon, who is struggling with financial difficulties and the demands of his family. When he is offered a job as a clerk in a small town, he jumps at the chance to escape his troubles. However, he soon discovers that the town is plagued by a mysterious disease called the canker, which is killing off the inhabitants one by one. As John investigates the cause of the disease, he uncovers a web of corruption and deceit that threatens to destroy the town and everyone in it. The novel is a gripping tale of mystery and suspense, with a strong moral message about the dangers of greed and corruption. It is a classic example of early 20th-century British literature, and a must-read for fans of the genre.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.