The Square Peg is a novel written by William Edward Norris. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Richard Linnell, who is a square peg in a round hole. He is a misfit in the society and struggles to find his place in the world. Richard is a sensitive and artistic person who is not interested in the conventional ways of life. He is passionate about literature and poetry and wants to pursue his dreams of becoming a writer. However, his family wants him to follow their footsteps and become a businessman.The novel takes us through Richard’s journey as he tries to find his identity and establish himself as a writer. He faces many challenges and obstacles along the way, including financial difficulties, criticism from his family and society, and personal relationships. The story also explores the themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery.As the plot progresses, Richard meets a young woman named Lucy, who shares his passion for literature and poetry. They fall in love, but their relationship is not without its challenges. Lucy’s father disapproves of Richard and tries to keep them apart. Richard’s financial struggles also put a strain on their relationship.The Square Peg is a beautifully written novel that explores the struggles of a young man trying to find his place in a society that values conformity over individuality. It is a story of self-discovery, love, and the pursuit of one’s dreams. The novel is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.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.