Hugo spends his childhood in an idyllic country-house, but his life turns to ashes as his stepfather turns against him and he realizes that the gates of paradise will close behind him. The story goes on to describe his following adult life. But in the end, in a way, he achieves his dream.
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Hugo spends his childhood in an idyllic country-house, but his life turns to ashes as his stepfather turns against him and he realizes that the gates of paradise will close behind him. The story goes on to describe his following adult life. But in the end, in a way, he achieves his dream.
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As New in Near Fine jacket. 8vo-over 7¾-9¾" tall. pp. 232. Book in green boards as new and unread. Dust jacket has faded on spine and has some slight yellowing on back. The story of a boy growing up in a country house between the wars, facing the loss of his mother at an early age, and confronting his homosexuality in a hostile age.
