The Sixth Sense: A Novel

Stephen McKenna

Sep 2022 · DigiCat

About this ebook

This is an absorbing story of Toby Merivale who returns to England after twenty years. Immediately after coming back, he becomes involved with women on the opposite side of the militant suffrage movement, with his strange friend Lambert Aintree.

About the author

Stephen McKenna, not to be confused with any contemporary namesakes, was an English novelist of considerable esteem in his time. Best known for his book 'The Sixth Sense,' which delved into the intricate interplay between instinct and rationality, McKenna's literary style often explored themes of the British class system, romance, and personal introspection. While 'The Sixth Sense' remains a notable work in his bibliography, McKenna's contribution to literature spans a series of novels that enjoyed popularity in the early 20th century. His corpus encapsulates elements of wit and a keen observation of social mores, which rendered his works not just as tales to be read for amusement but also as subtle critiques of the period he lived in. Unfortunately, as is the fate of many authors post their era of prominence, McKenna's works have gradually faded from the mainstream literary canon, and he is now less-read, albeit he continues to be regarded by literary historians and enthusiasts of Edwardian and post-World War I literature. McKenna's narrative panache and depiction of the zeitgeist of his era make his works worthy of academic study and re-exploration for those interested in the literary styles and social issues of his time.