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Old Pybus
Hardcover
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025876139
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 438
Weight: 1.73
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Old Pybus is a poignant novel that explores the complexities of family legacy, social class, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. Set in the years following the Great War, the story centers on John Pybus, a man of quiet dignity and Victorian values who has chosen a humble life as a hotel porter, distancing himself from his commercially successful but spiritually hollow sons. This separation represents a profound rejection of the materialism and social climbing that define his immediate heirs.
The heart of the narrative lies in the secret relationship between the elder Pybus and his grandson, Lance, a sensitive young writer unaware of his grandfather's true identity. Through their burgeoning friendship, Warwick Deeping examines the tension between different generations and the true meaning of success. As Lance seeks his path in a rapidly changing world, his grandfather's silent wisdom serves as a guiding light, offering a counterpoint to the superficiality of the age. This work is a moving testament to the virtues of humility, integrity, and the profound bonds that can bridge generational divides, providing a classic portrait of a man who remains true to himself despite the shifting tides of society.
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