Martin Eden (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)

The story follows Martin Eden, a rough ex-sailor who becomes infatuated with the upper-class Ruth Morse. Driven by his love for her, he embarks on a rigorous self-education journey, aspiring to rise within the literary world. His quest highlights themes of ambition, class struggle, and the pursuit of intellectual fulfillment as he navigates the challenges of transforming his life and identity to gain acceptance among the elite.