Parnassus on Wheels by Christopher Morley, Fiction

The narrative explores the formative influences on Morley's life, highlighting his upbringing in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. With a father who was a mathematics professor and a mother who was a violinist, Morley developed a deep appreciation for literature and poetry, shaped significantly by his mother's artistic background. This blend of academic and artistic heritage plays a crucial role in his personal and intellectual development.