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  • The Wit and Wisdom of Christopher Hitchens: Thoughts of an Outspoken Atheist

    by David Graham ...
    One of the best known atheists ever to have lived, Christopher Hitchens was also renowned as being one of the most articulate debaters of modern times. Until his death in 2011 he was regularly quoted in the media due to his controversial views on religion and politics.A much revered character, Hitchens was always one to stay true to his beliefs. This book brings together some of his finest quotes ... Read more

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  • The Price She Paid

    A Fortune That Was Never There

    Henry Gower dies, and his widow and daughter discover that the comfortable fortune they lived on never existed. Mildred, brought up for nothing but a good marriage, sells herself to a rich and repellent older man, finds the bargain unbearable, and leaves him to train her voice for the opera stage, with talent, debts and no protector. Phillips was the muckraker whose Treason of the Senate so ... Read more

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  • The Conflict

    Remsen City, and the Politics of the Mills

    A machine boss owns a Midwestern city; a young woman of the best family joins the socialists who mean to take it from him, and finds her own father's money is part of the machine. Phillips was the muckraker whose Treason of the Senate so enraged Theodore Roosevelt that the President coined the word muckraker to insult him; he was shot dead in the street at forty-three, and this 1911 novel is his ... Read more

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  • The Fashionable Adventures of Joshua Craig

    A Rough Westerner in Washington Society

    A rough Western politician arrives in Washington determined to be President, and a woman of the capital's best society decides to take him in hand — and each is using the other with complete clarity. Phillips was the muckraker whose Treason of the Senate so enraged Roosevelt that the President coined the word to insult him; he was shot dead in the street at forty-three, and the Washington here is ... Read more

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  • Ay, Cuba!

    A Socio-Erotic Journey

    The NPR reporter offers an "engaging and enlightening" window into late-90s Cuba, "from the cafes in Havana to the mysterious lairs of Santiago de Cuba" ( Kirkus Reviews).For NPR commentator Andrei Codrescu, reporting from Cuba on the eve of Pope John Paul II's 1998 visit was an opportunity to understand the realities of life in a country that has long been the subject of stereotypes and ... Read more

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  • A Woman Ventures

    A Novel

    In "A Woman Ventures," David Graham Phillips explores the struggles and triumphs of women reclaiming their autonomy in the early 20th century. This novel intricately weaves elements of realism and social critique, employing a poignant narrative style that reflects Phillips's commitment to exposing societal norms. Through the journey of its protagonist, Phillips addresses themes of gender ... Read more

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  • The Fashionable Adventures of Joshua Craig: A Novel

    This novel is a satirical and social commentary on the upper echelons of New York City society during the Gilded Age, a period of American history characterized by great wealth and excess among the upper classes. The story follows the titular character, Joshua Craig, a successful and ambitious lawyer who rises through the ranks of society. Joshua Craig is a self-made man who navigates the ... Read more

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  • The Hungry Heart: A Novel

    The Hungry Heart centers around Mildred Gower, a young and beautiful woman who is dissatisfied with her life and marriage. Mildred marries Richard Gower, a man of considerable wealth, believing that marriage to him will provide her with stability and security. However, she soon finds herself trapped in a loveless and conventional union, longing for something more meaningful and fulfilling.As the ... Read more

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  • Royal Realms: 10 Classic Books on the Lives of Princesses

    Ten Classic Tales of Princesses, Power, Romance, Exile, and Royal Duty

    Royal Realms: 10 Classic Books on the Lives of Princesses assembles a wide-ranging archive of royal womanhood, moving between courtly romance, historical fiction, biography, memoir, and social observation. Its princesses are not merely ornamental figures: they negotiate dynastic obligation, marriage, sovereignty, reputation, and private desire within the exacting rituals of court life. From ... Read more

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  • The Grain of Dust: A Novel

    The story revolves around the character of Cyrus Croyden, a self-made millionaire who rises from humble beginnings to amass wealth and influence. Croyden is depicted as a ruthless and ambitious man who is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals. The novel delves into the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by Croyden as he navigates the world of business and politics.As with many of ... Read more

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  • The Social Secretary

    "The Social Secretary" is a satirical novel that delves into the world of high society and the role of the social secretary, a position that was crucial for managing social events and maintaining social connections among the elite.The story revolves around the experiences of the protagonist, who works as a social secretary for a wealthy and influential family or individual. The novel provides a ... Read more

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  • The Second Generation

    The novel likely delves into social themes, exploring the lives, struggles, and ambitions of the descendants or second generation of prominent families. Phillips oftenwrote about social issues and the effects of wealth and privilege on individuals and families, and "The Second Generation" might similarly explore the complexities and challenges faced by those born into wealth or influence.As with ... Read more

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