Fame Is The Spur - Hardcover

by Howard Spring (Author)

Fame Is The Spur is a novel written by Howard Spring, first published in 1940. The book follows the life of a young man named Hamer Shawcross, who rises from poverty to become a prominent socialist politician in Britain during the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the political and social upheavals of the time, including the First World War, the General Strike of 1926, and the rise of fascism in Europe.The novel explores themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the cost of political success. It also delves into the personal relationships of Shawcross, including his marriage to a wealthy woman named Mary, and his affair with a working-class woman named Nance. Through these relationships, the book examines the class divisions and social prejudices of the era.Fame Is The Spur is considered a classic of British literature and has been adapted for both film and television. It is praised for its vivid portrayal of the political and social landscape of the time, as well as its complex and nuanced characters.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.