A Son Of MarsVol. II (Edition1) - Softcover

Griffiths, Arthur

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9371817054 ISBN 13: 9789371817059

Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP, 2025

Synopsis

A son of Mars Vol. II is a novel that examines the upheaval of personal identity when a child is suddenly removed from a familiar world and thrust into one of privilege and uncertainty. The early pages depict a noisy and chaotic military barrack household, where a young boy grows up under the strict yet affectionate care of a working-class couple. A tragic incident leads to an encounter that reshapes the boy s life, connecting him to a wealthy woman who claims him as her long-lost heir. This revelation transforms his path, forcing him to navigate the complex expectations of a new social class while questioning the truth of his origin. The story moves between the harsh but honest environment of his early years and the guarded, manipulative spaces of inherited wealth. Questions of loyalty, social mobility, and belonging run through the narrative, as the protagonist is caught between the values of the world that raised him and the one he must now enter. The novel subtly critiques class distinction and emotional displacement.

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About the Author

Arthur George Frederick Griffiths was born on December 9, 1838, in Pune. He came from a background that combined military tradition and intellectual pursuit, which strongly influenced the course of his life and career. Over time, he became widely recognized not only as a British military officer but also as a prison administrator and a prolific author. His career in the military provided firsthand experience that enriched his historical and analytical writing. Griffiths was especially known for his extensive documentation of 19th-century conflicts, providing detailed and critical perspectives on major military campaigns of the period. His position as a military correspondent for The Times allowed him to observe and interpret key events with authority and clarity. Beyond battlefield history, his work as a prison inspector informed his publications on criminal justice and prison reform, reflecting a broader engagement with institutional systems. He died on March 24, 1908, in Beaulieu, United Kingdom. Through his dual focus on military history and institutional life, he left behind a comprehensive body of work that captured the structures shaping society in his time.

Edition details

• Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9371817054
• ISBN 13: 9789371817059
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 80