The Cords of Vanity

Robert Etheridge Townsend, a young man from a prominent family, navigates a series of love affairs driven by his own vanity. Despite his privileged background, Townsend struggles to mature and overcome his need to avoid unpleasant situations. This novel, part of James Branch Cabell's Biography of the Life of Manuel series, offers a humorous and critical look at social customs and personal foibles.