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The Mississippi Bubble
Hardcover
Mystery & ThrillerRomanceHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781022959774
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 246
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Experience the whirlwind of fortune and folly in Emerson Hough's The Mississippi Bubble, a sweeping tale of adventure and romance set against the backdrop of 18th-century France. Subtitled How the Star of Good Fortune Rose and Set and Rose Again, by a Woman's Grace, for One John Law of Lauriston, this historical fiction vividly portrays the rise and fall of John Law, the ambitious financier whose Mississippi Scheme captivated a nation.
Delve into a world of high stakes, speculative fever, and the intoxicating allure of wealth. Hough masterfully weaves a narrative of ambition, risk, and the enduring power of human connection, exploring the dramatic events surrounding the infamous Mississippi Bubble. This meticulously prepared edition brings to life a classic story of historical intrigue, offering readers a captivating glimpse into a pivotal moment in economic history and a timeless tale of love found amidst chaos. A compelling blend of historical detail and romantic drama, The Mississippi Bubble will transport you to a bygone era of unparalleled opportunity and ultimate collapse.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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