{"product_id":"the-ministers-charge-william-dean-howells-9781023132329","title":"The Minister's Charge","description":"\u003cp\u003eWilliam Dean Howells's \"The Minister's Charge: The Apprenticeship of Lemuel Barker\" offers a compelling look at rural and urban life through the eyes of a young poet. As a work of social realism, this classic novel delves into the experiences of its central character as he navigates the complexities of a rapidly changing society. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis character study follows the journey of Lemuel Barker, exploring themes of coming of age and self-discovery. Howells masterfully portrays the challenges and triumphs inherent in pursuing one's artistic ambitions. The story provides a nuanced portrayal of the poet's evolving perspective, offering insights into the social landscape of the time. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMeticulously prepared for print republication, this edition preserves the integrity of Howells's original work, allowing readers to experience the enduring power of his storytelling. A timeless exploration of personal growth and social commentary, \"The Minister's Charge\" remains a relevant and engaging read.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e William Dean Howells\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 102313232X\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781023132329\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Anson Street Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/28\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 266\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.83lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.56d","brand":"William Dean Howells","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48087445340415,"sku":"9781023132329","price":22.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d09a0228-ac86-4617-835b-035275990378.jpg?v=1769100126","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-ministers-charge-william-dean-howells-9781023132329","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}