9781330806364 - Gloverson and His Silent Partners (Classic Reprint) de Keeler, Ralph (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces Amos Dixon, a humble cashier for a prosperous San Francisco jobbing house, Gloverson & Co. With a heart described as "deformed by kindness," Amos grapples with personal struggles and social injustices in the burgeoning city. When the steamer carrying Aunty Owen's beloved son is declared missing, Amos's compassionate nature shines through as he endeavors to comfort the bereaved woman and unravel the mystery surrounding the ship's fate. The author explores the dark underbelly of capitalist greed, pitting Amos's large heart against the ruthless pursuit of wealth, personified by his enigmatic employer, George Lang. Through Amos's experiences and interactions with a colorful cast of characters, the book unveils the complex socio-economic landscape of mid-19th century San Francisco, where fortunes are made and shattered amidst the rise of industry and commerce. Ultimately, it is Amos's resilience and the kindness he extends to others that serve as a beacon of hope and humanity in a rapidly changing and often unforgiving world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.