The Man And His Kingdom (1906)

The Man And His Kingdom (1906)

Edward Phillips Oppenheim

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
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9781437315639
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''The Man And His Kingdom'' is a novel written by Edward Phillips Oppenheim and first published in 1906. The story follows the life of a wealthy and powerful man named John Minute, who has amassed a great fortune through his business dealings. However, Minute’s life is not without its complications, as he is deeply unhappy and lonely despite his wealth and success. As the story unfolds, Minute becomes involved in a number of intrigues and power struggles, both within his own business empire and in the wider world of politics and international affairs. Along the way, he meets a number of fascinating characters, including a beautiful and mysterious woman named Olga Roth, who becomes his confidante and ally in his struggles against his enemies.Despite his many successes, Minute’s life is ultimately marked by tragedy and loss, as he is forced to confront the consequences of his own actions and the choices he has made. Through it all, however, he remains a complex and fascinating character, driven by his own desires and ambitions, yet ultimately seeking something more meaningful and fulfilling in his life.Overall, ''The Man And His Kingdom'' is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of power, ambition, and the human desire for connection and meaning in a complex and rapidly changing world. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature and anyone interested in the complexities of the human experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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