""The Cry of Youth"" is a novel written by Harry Kemp, first published in 1928. Set in the early 20th century, the book tells the story of a young man named Johnnie, who comes from a wealthy family but feels trapped by the social expectations placed upon him. He longs for a more authentic and fulfilling life, and finds himself drawn to the bohemian lifestyle of artists and writers in Greenwich Village. Through his encounters with these free-spirited individuals, Johnnie begins to question the values and beliefs of his ...
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""The Cry of Youth"" is a novel written by Harry Kemp, first published in 1928. Set in the early 20th century, the book tells the story of a young man named Johnnie, who comes from a wealthy family but feels trapped by the social expectations placed upon him. He longs for a more authentic and fulfilling life, and finds himself drawn to the bohemian lifestyle of artists and writers in Greenwich Village. Through his encounters with these free-spirited individuals, Johnnie begins to question the values and beliefs of his upbringing, and struggles to find his own sense of identity and purpose. Along the way, he falls in love with a young woman named Mary, who shares his desire for a more meaningful existence. As Johnnie navigates the complexities of his relationships and his own inner turmoil, he must also confront the harsh realities of the world around him, including poverty, injustice, and the looming threat of war. ""The Cry of Youth"" is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of individualism, rebellion, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. It offers a vivid portrait of a pivotal moment in American history, and a powerful commentary on the struggles and aspirations of the human spirit.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.
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