The Bacheller, Irving 1859-1950 creator text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Hand-Made Gentleman: A Tale of the Battles of Peace" by Irving Bacheller is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to revolve around the character Jacob "Cricket" Ezra Heron, chronicling his youthful adventures, dreams, and formative experiences as he navigates the complexities of childhood and emerging adulthood against a backdrop of societal change and personal growth. It delves into themes of innocence, friendship, and the innate struggles of youth. The opening of the book introduces us to Cricket as he reflects on his childhood and identity, recounting the curious friendships and imaginative adventures that shaped him. We meet Lizzie McCormick, a fantastical friend who blurs the lines between reality and imagination, and experience Cricket's wonder and fears through his innocent perspective. The whimsical tone is set with the introduction of Cricket's "child ghost" experiences and his longing for the love and magic of Christmas. This mix of nostalgia and youthful whimsy establishes a vivid foundation for Cricket's journey, encapsulating the richness of childhood as he faces societal expectations and his own aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2015-09-18 Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive Original publication data not identified United States -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50002 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50002 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134141.0 50002