Father and Son

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The memoir explores the complex relationship between Edmund Gosse and his father, Philip Henry Gosse, an influential self-taught zoologist. Set against the backdrop of a Plymouth Brethren upbringing, it delves into the contrasting temperaments of father and son. Following the death of his mother, Edmund's life in Devon reveals the challenges and dynamics of their bond, highlighting themes of faith, science, and personal identity.