A Man of Mark by Anthony Hope
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About this eBook
| Author | Hope, Anthony, 1863-1933 |
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| Title | A Man of Mark |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "A Man of Mark" by Anthony Hope is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the fictional Republic of Aureataland, focusing on political and financial intrigue, particularly surrounding its ambitious President, Marcus W. Whittingham. The protagonist, John Martin, finds himself drawn into Aureataland's precarious political landscape, grappling with issues of loyalty, morality, and the consequences of his financial dealings as the national debt comes to the forefront. The opening of the book presents the backdrop of Aureataland in the year 1884, depicting it as a republic struggling to establish itself after gaining freedom. The narrative introduces John Martin, a young banker managing the local branch in Whittingham, who becomes entwined in the government's financial schemes. As political and financial tensions rise, Martin encounters a cast of characters, including the charming but questionable President and a mysterious signorina. The early chapters set the stage for a conflict that involves conspiracy, betrayal, and a looming revolution, hinting at both personal and national stakes that will engage the reader as the plot unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Political fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Bankers -- Fiction |
| Subject | British -- South America -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11063 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 64 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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