Scenes At Washington

A Story Of The Last Generation (1848)

von A Citizen Of Baltimore

204 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Scenes At Washington: A Story Of The Last Generation (1848) is a historical novel written by A Citizen of Baltimore. The book is set in Washington D.C. during the early 19th century and follows the lives of several characters as they navigate the political and social landscape of the time. The novel provides a detailed and vivid portrayal of life in Washington D.C. during this period, including descriptions of the city's architecture, social customs and political intrigue. The story is told through the eyes of several characters, including politicians, journalists, and socialites, providing a multifaceted perspective on the events of the time.The main plot of the novel revolves around a young journalist named Frank Rivers, who arrives in Washington D.C. to cover the political scene for his newspaper. Through his interactions with various characters, including a powerful senator and a beautiful socialite, Rivers becomes embroiled in a scandal that threatens to destroy his career and reputation.The novel also explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, as well as the corrupt nature of politics and the media. The author's keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the nuances of human behavior make Scenes At Washington a compelling and engaging read.Overall, Scenes At Washington: A Story Of The Last Generation (1848) is a fascinating historical novel that offers a glimpse into the political and social world of early 19th century America. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and culture.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.

• Themen: Belletristik Historischer Roman
• ISBN: 9780548626740
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 17.10.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC