Jack Brag V2 (1837)

von Theodore Edward Hook

328 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""Jack Brag V2"" is a novel written by Theodore Edward Hook and first published in 1837. The story follows the titular character, Jack Brag, a young man who is determined to make his way in society by any means necessary. He is a schemer and a liar, always looking for the next opportunity to advance himself. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including a wealthy widow, a group of gamblers, and a pair of dueling lovers. Through his various adventures, Jack learns the hard way that his actions have consequences and that there is more to life than just personal gain. The novel is a satirical take on the social climbing and greed that was prevalent in 19th-century England. It is a witty and entertaining read that offers a glimpse into the culture and attitudes of the time.In Three Volumes.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 Allgemein, nicht nach Genre
• ISBN: 9781104259105
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 02.04.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC