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Hans Frost
Hardcover
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025698861
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 400
Weight: 1.62
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The catalyst for change arrives in the form of his niece, Natalie, whose youthful vitality and unvarnished perspective force Frost to confront the hollowness of his comfortable existence. As he navigates the tensions between his public persona and his private desires, the novel delves deep into the psychology of a creator seeking a second wind. Set against a backdrop of sophisticated British society, the work is a masterful character study that questions the true cost of success and the bravery required to start anew. Walpole's prose captures the nuances of emotional isolation and the transformative power of human connection, making Hans Frost a timeless reflection on the enduring need for authenticity and the courage to reclaim one's own identity from the weight of social expectation.
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