Mortomley's Estate: A Novel. Vol. 1 (of 3) by Mrs. J. H. Riddell

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Author Riddell, J. H., Mrs., 1832-1906
Title Mortomley's Estate: A Novel. Vol. 1 (of 3)
Note Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Robert Cicconetti, Sue Fleming, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (http: //archive.org)
Summary "Mortomley's Estate: A Novel. Vol. 1 (of 3)" by Mrs. J. H. Riddell is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story introduces Mr. Asherill, a well-known public accountant in London, whose life is entwined with the theme of bankruptcy and the struggles of those who fall victim to a ruthless financial system. The narrative brings forth the character of Archibald Mortomley, whose family history and present troubles create a tapestry of personal and social dilemmas. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of city life and the emerging class of wealthy, yet morally ambiguous, businessmen. It begins with a focus on Mr. Asherill's character and his long tenure in the City, exploring his past, fortunes, and the scandalous pressure surrounding bankruptcy - particularly that of Mortomley. Asherill's disdain for the foreign business dealings he encounters highlights the prevailing attitudes of the time. The chapter lays the groundwork for a story that promises complex interpersonal relationships and the moral questions surrounding wealth and integrity, as the financial fates of the characters become entwined amidst a backdrop of societal expectations and personal failures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Fiction
Subject Bankruptcy -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 39611
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 9, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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