The Lodestar (1905)

The Lodestar is a novel written by Sidney Robinson Kennedy and was first published in 1905. The story is set in England during the early 1900s and follows the life of the main character, Robert Henshaw, who is a successful businessman. Robert is married to a woman named Ethel and they have a son together named Jack.The novel explores the themes of love, marriage, family, and the pursuit of success. Robert is a hardworking man who is determined to provide for his family and make a name for himself in the business world. However, his ambition often leads him to neglect his family and his marriage suffers as a result.As the story progresses, Robert becomes increasingly disillusioned with his life and begins to question the choices he has made. He meets a woman named Diana who becomes his lodestar, guiding him towards a new path in life. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and Robert learns to prioritize his family and his own happiness over his career.The Lodestar is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the importance of finding one's true purpose in life. It 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.