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A Maker of History

A Maker of History

Oppenheim, E. Phillips

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1162786612
ISBN13: 9781162786612
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 314
Weight: 0.93
Height: 0.66 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Maker of History is a novel written by E. Phillips Oppenheim, first published in 1905. The story follows the life of a young man named David Harcourt, who is born into a wealthy family in England. Despite his privileged upbringing, David is restless and yearns for adventure. He sets out to make a name for himself, and eventually becomes a successful journalist.David's career takes him all over the world, from Europe to Africa and the Middle East. Along the way, he becomes embroiled in various political and social issues, including the struggle for independence in Egypt and the Boer War in South Africa. He also falls in love with a beautiful woman named Hilda Glaum, who is involved in a dangerous plot to overthrow the government of a small European country.As David becomes more and more involved in these conflicts, he begins to realize the power of the press in shaping public opinion and influencing political outcomes. He uses his position as a journalist to advocate for justice and democracy, even at great personal risk.A Maker of History is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of journalism and the role of the press in shaping the course of history. Oppenheim's vivid descriptions of exotic locales and his keen insights into the human psyche make this novel a timeless classic.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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