Lost

‘Lost’ (1898) is a short story by the American author, Edward Bellamy, most famous for his socialist and utopian novel ‘Looking Backward: 2000-1887’ (1888). On the 25th of May, 1866, Charles Randall leaves Germany to catch the steamer home to America, leaving behind his tearful lover Ida Werner. Forced to part because of financial problems, they promise to reunite as soon as possible, but when life starts to intervene, will the two lovers ever meet again? This sweet and lovable short story will delight fans of Bellamy's other works, such as ´Hooking Watermelons´ and ´Pott's Painless Cure´. Edward Bellamy (1850 - 1898) was an American author, journalist and political activist. His novel ‘Looking Backward: 2000-1887’ (1888) was one of the most successful books published in the United States in the 19th century and influenced a generation of intellectuals. Referenced in many Marxist publications of the time, the book inspired the formation of Nationalist Clubs dedicated to spreading his political ideas. Bellamy’s other works include the novels ‘Six to One’ (1878), ‘Dr. Heidenhoff's Process’ (1880), ‘Miss Ludington's Sister’ (1885), ‘Equality’ (1897), and ‘The Duke of Stockbridge; a Romance of Shays' Rebellion (1900)’.