Father and Son (memoir)

*Father and Son* is a memoir by the American writer Edmund Gosse, published in 1907. It recounts the close yet complex relationship between Gosse and his father, a strict preacher and scholar. The memoir explores themes of childhood innocence, the tension between faith and modern thought, and the emotional nuances of parental influence. Through vivid narration, Gosse reflects on his formative years, capturing the struggles of growing up in a deeply religious environment while seeking intellectual independence. The work offers a poignant portrait of familial love and the inner conflicts faced during a time of personal and societal change.