"Echos of Solitude" (by: G. Grader)

"Echoes of Solitude" follows the life of Francis Grader Jr., born in 1892. From his unusual, silent birth to his exceptional early development, Francis's life is marked by talent and sorrow. His mother's death and his father's neglect and infidelity create a troubled childhood. His older brother Harold's jealousy adds to the emotional strain.

Despite his abilities, Francis feels lonely and anxious. He struggles with identity and worth, questioning his place in a family that doesn't understand him. The story reaches a poignant moment on December 24th, 1909, when Francis finds himself alone, reflecting on his life's emptiness and pain.

"Echoes of Solitude" is a story about a young man's search for meaning and connection in a world that often feels indifferent.