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The Transaction of Oliver Prince
Paperback
Mystery & ThrillerClassic Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025347738
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 312
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Transaction of Oliver Prince is a captivating mystery and adventure novel that exemplifies the spirited storytelling of the early twentieth century. The narrative follows the titular character, Oliver Prince, a young man of modest means whose life takes a sudden and dramatic turn following a mysterious financial arrangement. Thrust into a world of high-stakes intrigue and unexpected complications, Prince must navigate a series of challenging encounters that test his wit and resolve.
Authored by Robert Erstone Forbes, the work blends elements of the social comedy with the pace of a modern thriller. Set against the backdrop of the post-war era, the story explores themes of fortune, identity, and the moral ambiguities of the business world. Forbes's sharp prose and keen eye for character dynamics create a vivid portrait of a man caught between his ordinary past and an extraordinary future.
This classic work remains a significant example of popular fiction from the 1920s, offering readers a window into the cultural and literary sensibilities of the period. The Transaction of Oliver Prince is an engaging read for those interested in the evolution of the adventure genre and the enduring appeal of the mystery novel.
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