The McKenna, Stephen 1888-1967 creator text utu 2009 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Education of Eric Lane" by Stephen McKenna is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work follows the life and experiences of the main character, Eric Lane, an aspiring playwright in London, as he navigates personal relationships, societal expectations, and the challenges of success. The narrative explores themes of ambition, romance, and the emotional complexities of human interactions in a changing world. At the start of the story, Eric Lane is introduced as a man reaching the peak of his career as a playwright. He reflects on his past struggles while preparing for a dinner with Lady Poynter, showcasing his newfound acceptance in London’s social scene. As he prepares, he encounters various distractions, including a call from his sister, Sybil, and memories of an old acquaintance, Agnes Waring. In a twist of fate, Eric meets Lady Barbara Neave at the gathering, where their flirtation reveals contrasting attitudes towards love and ambition. This opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Eric's character and his evolving relationships within the context of London's social dynamics during the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) The Sensationalists, volume 2. Sequel to: Lady Lilith, #44982. Sequel: The Secret Victory, #48133. Release date is 2009-06-05 Produced by Susan Skinner, Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Man-woman relationships -- Fiction World War, 1914-1918 -- England -- Fiction England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction PR Original publication data not identified 21010607 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29041 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29041 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133648.0 29041