By:Albert Payson Terhune Published By:Double9 Books
About the Book
The Amateur Inn is a novel set in the picturesque Aura Valley, focusing on the character Thaxton Vail, who inherits an estate from his great-uncle with the peculiar stipulation of turning it into a makeshift inn. The story explores the tension between new wealth and traditional values as Thaxton navigates the complexities of running the inn. The opening highlights his return from the war and his struggle to balance his desires with the expectations placed upon him. As various guests„some unwelcome„enter his life, Thaxton faces the challenges of managing the inn while dealing with old friendships, rivalries, and societal expectations. The humor in the narrative contrasts with the underlying tension, reflecting the challenges of maintaining oneÍs integrity amidst obligations and unforeseen circumstances. The novel delves into ideas of duty, social class, and personal conflict, creating a dynamic exploration of how one adapts to unexpected responsibilities and the complexity of human interactions.
Albert Payson Terhune (1872–1942) is well renowned for his endearing canine tales, especially those involving the collie Lad. Terhune was born in Newark, New Jersey, on December 21, 1872, and he grew up to love dogs. Terhune began his writing career as a reporter before rising to prominence as a prolific author. He wrote for a number of periodicals and newspapers, becoming well-known for his articles on outdoor and adventure-related subjects. But it was his canine tales that won him widespread recognition. "Lad: A Dog," one of his most well-known works, was released in 1919. With the enormous popularity of this compilation of tales centered around a Rough Collie named Lad, Terhune became recognized as a top writer of dog books. Due to the book's popularity, Lad stories were written, including "Further Adventures of Lad" (1922) and a number of others. Terhune was a writer as well as a Rough Collider breeder on his Sunnybank estate in New Jersey. He bred champion Collies, and his dogs frequently provided inspiration for his novels. He raised champion Collies. The writings of Albert Payson Terhune honour dogs for their bravery, loyalty, and intelligence by showing them as devoted family members and friends.
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