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The Pomp Of Power (1922)

The Pomp Of Power (1922)

Lyon, Laurance

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Political Biographies20th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1164127659
ISBN13: 9781164127659
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 298
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.62 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Pomp of Power is a historical novel written by Laurance Lyon and published in 1922. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of a young man named Anthony Wayne, who is born into a wealthy family in New York City. As he grows up, Anthony becomes increasingly interested in politics and decides to pursue a career in government.The novel explores the themes of ambition, power, and corruption as Anthony rises through the ranks of government and becomes a powerful figure in his own right. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including politicians, businessmen, and members of high society.As Anthony's power and influence grow, he becomes increasingly aware of the darker side of politics and the compromises that must be made in order to maintain his position. The novel ultimately asks the question of whether it is possible to achieve great power without sacrificing one's integrity.Overall, The Pomp of Power is a gripping tale of ambition and corruption in early 19th century America, filled with memorable characters and a compelling storyline. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and the human condition.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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