Synopsis
Montague enters a teeming New York, chasing a life-changing legal case and a cleaner, steadier future.
A young attorney leaves the coast behind and finds a city of immense energy and danger. The story follows his western ideals set against a metropolis that can reward ambition or swallow it whole. Through his eyes, readers witness a blend of personal ambition, social pressure, and the relentless pace of urban life.
- A sharp look at ambition, money, and the pull of city life
- Concrete scenes of law, influence, and the grind of big-city work
- A vivid portrait of social circles and gossip in a fast-moving society
- The tension between idealism and the temptations of success
Ideal for readers of social realism and early 20th-century urban drama, who want a clear view of ambition in a sprawling metropolis.
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Upton Sinclair (1878-1968), novelist and journalist, is best known for his novel about the Chicago meatpacking industry, ""The Jungle"." A paperback edition of his ""I, Candidate for Governor"" is available from California. Jules Tygiel is the author of ""The Great Los Angeles Swindle: Oil, Stocks, and Scandal during the Roaring Twenties"" (paperback California, 1996) and ""The Great Experiment: Jackie Robinson and His Legacy"." He is Professor of History at San Francisco State University.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an enthralling journey into the early 20th-century American metropolis through the eyes of Montague Allan, a man from the rural South thrust into the whirlwind of New York City. The author paints a vivid picture of a society on the cusp of dramatic change, where the old guard mixes with the burgeoning new elite. Montague's experiences offer a unique perspective on the clash between tradition and modernity, the pursuit of wealth and status, and the enduring power of human connection. The book delves into themes of ambition, identity, class, and the search for meaning amidst the relentless pace of urban life. Through Montague's encounters with historical figures and his exploration of New York's hidden corners, the author provides aæ ±å»ç解 the complexities of this transformative era. Ultimately, the book reveals the timeless insights to be gained from navigating the ever-evolving human landscape of the metropolis. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781332723294_0
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