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''Knock At A Venture'' is a novel written by Eden Phillpotts. The story revolves around a young man named Humphrey, who is a struggling artist. He lives in a small village in Devon, England, and is in love with a local girl named Mary. However, Mary is engaged to another man, and Humphrey is heartbroken.One day, Humphrey receives an unexpected inheritance from a distant relative. With this newfound wealth, he decides to travel to London to pursue his art career. In the city, he meets a wealthy woman named Mrs. Fentiman, who takes an interest in his work and offers to support him.As Humphrey becomes more successful, he starts to lose touch with his roots and forgets about Mary. However, when he returns to his village for a visit, he realizes that he still loves her. He must decide whether to stay in London and pursue his career or return to his simple life in Devon with the woman he loves.''Knock At A Venture'' explores themes of love, ambition, and the conflict between tradition and modernity. The novel is set against the backdrop of early 20th century England and provides a vivid portrayal of life in both the countryside and the city. It is a beautifully written and emotionally engaging story that will resonate with readers of all ages.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.
