David Graham Phillips

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The Cost (eBook, PDF)

Beschreibung

No recent novel has displayed so vividly the multiform aspects of American life; no recent novel has centered them in action of such absorbing complexity, in love of such irresistible grace. Intense, galvanic, epoch-making, "The Cost" is a masterly tale of masterful men in the grip of the master passion.

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Autor

David Graham Phillips was an American journalist and novelist known for his incisive social commentary and compelling storytelling. Born in 1867, Phillips began his career as a journalist, writing for publications such as The New York Sun and McClure's Magazine. It was through his investigative journalism that he developed a keen understanding of societal issues, which he later incorporated into his fiction. One of Phillips' most notable works is "The Fortune Hunter," a masterpiece of American literature published in 1909. Set against the backdrop of New York City's high society, the novel explores themes of ambition, greed, and the pursuit of wealth. Through vivid characterizations and intricate plotlines, Phillips paints a vivid portrait of a society consumed by materialism and social climbing. At the heart of "The Fortune Hunter" is the protagonist, Austin Ford, a charismatic and ambitious young man determined to ascend the ranks of society at any cost. As he navigates the complexities of love and ambition, Ford becomes embroiled in a web of deceit and betrayal that ultimately leads to tragic consequences. Phillips' writing is characterized by its sharp social commentary and insightful exploration of human nature. Through "The Fortune Hunter," he offers readers a compelling glimpse into the societal pressures and moral dilemmas faced by individuals striving for success in the Gilded Age.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: iOnlineShopping.com
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Dezember 2018
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788829585663
• Artikelnr.: 54832794