This early work is Edward Frederic Benson s 1905 novel, The Angel of Pain . This book is highly recommended for fans of Benson's marvellous work, and would make for a worthy addition to any collection. Edward Frederic Benson (186 1940) was an English archaeologist, author, biographer, and writer of short stories. Other notable works by this author include: The Princess Sophia (1900), Queen Lucia (1920), and Mrs. Ames (1912). Many classic books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this classic book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author."