Beside Still Waters (1907)

Beside Still Waters is a novel written by Arthur Christopher Benson and originally published in 1907. The story revolves around a group of friends who gather at a country house for a summer holiday. The group includes a young woman named Barbara, her brother Stephen, and their friend Roger. As they spend their days swimming, playing tennis, and exploring the countryside, they also engage in deep conversations about life, love, and the meaning of existence. Throughout the novel, Benson explores the themes of friendship, love, and the search for meaning in life. He also delves into the complexities of human relationships, particularly between men and women. The characters in the novel are well-developed and relatable, and the dialogue is both insightful and engaging. Beside Still Waters is a beautifully written novel that captures the essence of a bygone era. It is a timeless tale 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.