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Sorrell and Son is an English family saga that chronicles the life of a devoted father determined to lift his son to achievement. Through the challenges of love, professional ambition, and familial and marital relationships, the story explores how one man's dedication shapes a younger generation's destiny. Set against the backdrop of contemporary England, the novel reflects the enduring complexities of parentage and the pursuit of personal fulfillment.
First publish date: 1925
Genre: Family & Domestic Fiction/Family Saga
Authors: Warwick Deeping
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