Isbn: 9780243080915 - the alster case (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This gripping mystery throws readers into the world of 1914 New York City, where the world of high society and legal maneuvering collide. We meet Robert Swan, a young lawyer burdened with family responsibilities and employed by the powerful and ruthless Avery firm. His path crosses with Cornelia Alster, a wealthy and eccentric woman with a volatile nature and a penchant for drama. When Miss Alster is found murdered, Swan finds himself at the center of a complex web of secrets and suspicion. As the author weaves a tale of intrigue and social commentary, Swan navigates a world of hidden motives and conflicting loyalties. The reader is swept up in the investigation, experiencing the social complexities and moral dilemmas of the era. The author explores themes of class, ambition, and the delicate balance between wealth and power. The world of the Gilded Age, with its opulence and undercurrents of social unrest, is brought to life with vibrant detail. The story of Cornelia Alster's death becomes a lens through which to examine the inner workings of a society grappling with rapid change, and the ever-present tension between privilege and morality. This book offers a compelling glimpse into a bygone era and the timeless human desire for justice and truth. 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.…