The Sins of the Children: A Novel

"The Sins of the Children: A Novel" by Cosmo Hamilton is an early 20th-century story centered on Peter Guthrie, a likeable and athletic American scholar at Oxford, and his journey through college life, friendship, and love, all the while trying to live up to his ambitions and ideals. Through Peter's eyes, the novel explores themes of youth, responsibility, and the pressures of society within academic circles. The story begins with Peter and his buddy Nicholas Kenyon as they discuss Peter's eagerness about his family's upcoming visit and his growing feelings for Betty Townsend, setting the stage for romance. As it goes on, the narrative emphasizes Peter's relationships with his family, his college friendships, and his quest to build a fulfilling life, all while maintaining a sense of youthful hope.