William Le Queux

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The Great God Gold (eBook, ePUB)

Treacherous Trails of Financial Deception

Beschreibung

In "The Great God Gold," William Le Queux delves deep into the moral quandaries posed by wealth and greed in the early 20th century. Set against a backdrop of industrial expansion and societal upheaval, this novel skillfully intertwines elements of thrilling adventure and social critique through its vivid characterization and suspenseful plotting. Le Queux employs a richly descriptive prose style that captures the zeitgeist of his era, echoing the anxieties of a society increasingly seduced by the allure of gold while highlighting the personal costs of such avarice. William Le Queux, a prolific writer and journalist of his time, was deeply immersed in the cultural and political climate of pre-World War I Europe. His extensive travels and varied experiences, including advocating for international cooperation and peace, shaped his views on the corrosive effects of greed and the dangers it presents to humanity. This personal conviction is reflected in the narrative's moral undertones, providing a compelling commentary on the human condition. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the interplay of wealth and morality, as it not only entertains through its intricate plot and engaging characters but also provokes thoughtful reflection on the true cost of ambition. Le Queux'Äôs exploration of these timeless themes guarantees that "The Great God Gold" will resonate with contemporary readers.

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Anglo-French journalist and author William Tufnell Le Queux was born on July 2, 1864, and died on October 13, 1927. He was also a diplomat (honorary consul for San Marino), a traveler (in Europe, the Balkans, and North Africa), a fan of flying (he presided over the first British air meeting at Doncaster in 1909), and a wireless pioneer who played music on his own station long before radio was widely available. However, he often exaggerated his own skills and accomplishments. The Great War in England in 1897 (1894), a fantasy about an invasion by France and Russia, and The Invasion of 1910 (1906), a fantasy about an invasion by Germany, are his best-known works. Le Queux was born in the city. The man who raised him was English, and his father was French. He went to school in Europe and learned art in Paris from Ignazio (or Ignace) Spiridon. As a young man, he walked across Europe and then made a living by writing for French newspapers. He moved back to London in the late 1880s and managed the magazines Gossip and Piccadilly. In 1891, he became a parliamentary reporter for The Globe. He stopped working as a reporter in 1893 to focus on writing and traveling.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 573
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066171605
• Artikelnr.: 58928406