The P. Q. and G.: Or as the Twig Is Bent the Tree’s Inclined (1908)

The P. Q. And G.: Or As The Twig Is Bent The Tree???????s Inclined is a novel written by Edward Sylvester Ellis in 1908. The story follows the life of a young boy named Phil Quentin, who is raised by his grandfather and two uncles after his father's death. Phil is a bright boy with a passion for learning, but his family members have different ideas about how he should be raised. His grandfather wants him to become a farmer, his Uncle Jack wants him to become a businessman, and his Uncle Joe wants him to become a lawyer. As Phil grows older, he becomes torn between these different paths and struggles to find his own identity. Along the way, he meets a girl named Grace, who shares his love of learning and becomes his closest friend. Together, they navigate the challenges of growing up and finding their place in the world. The novel explores themes of identity, family, and the importance of education. It also touches on the social and economic changes taking place in America at the turn of the 20th century. Overall, The P. Q. And G. is a coming-of-age story that offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of a young boy trying to find his way 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.