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The Best People is a novel written by Anne Warwick and first published in 1918. The story revolves around the wealthy and privileged society of New York City in the early 20th century. The main character, Katherine Markham, is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is determined to make her mark in this elite social circle. She falls in love with a young man named Jack Dysart, who is also from a wealthy family, but their relationship is complicated by the expectations and demands of their families and society. The novel explores themes of love, ambition, class, and social status, as well as the struggles and sacrifices that individuals must make to maintain their place in this exclusive world. The Best People is a captivating and insightful portrayal of the high society of New York City during a time of great change and upheaval in American history.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.
The Unknown Woman (1912) is a novel written by Anne Warwick. The story revolves around a mysterious woman who arrives in a small town and is taken in by a wealthy family. Despite her beauty and charm, the woman refuses to reveal her true identity or past, leading to speculation and gossip among the townspeople. As she becomes more involved in the lives of the family and their friends, secrets and scandals are uncovered, ultimately leading to a shocking conclusion. The novel explores themes of identity, class, and the consequences of keeping secrets. It is a gripping tale of intrigue and suspense that will keep readers guessing until the very end.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.
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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.
The Unknown Woman is a novel written by Anne Warwick and first published in 1912. The story follows the life of a young woman named Marjorie Linden who, after being abandoned by her mother, is raised by her strict and overbearing father. Marjorie grows up feeling unloved and unwanted, and when her father dies, she is left alone in the world with no family or friends.Desperate for a change, Marjorie decides to leave her small town and move to the city in search of a better life. There, she meets a wealthy businessman named John Haverford who takes her under his wing and helps her to establish herself in society. Marjorie is grateful for John's kindness and soon falls in love with him, but she soon discovers that he is already engaged to another woman.Heartbroken and alone once again, Marjorie is forced to confront her past and come to terms with the reality of her situation. As she struggles to find her place in the world, she must also confront the mystery of her mother's disappearance and the secrets that have been kept from her for so long.The Unknown Woman is a gripping tale of love, loss, and self-discovery that will keep readers captivated until the very end. With vivid characters and a compelling plot, Anne Warwick's novel is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
The Best People is a novel written by Anne Warwick and published in 1918. The story revolves around a wealthy and influential family, the Van Degens, who are considered to be ""the best people"" in their social circle. The patriarch of the family, John Van Degen, is a powerful businessman who has built his fortune through ruthless means. His wife, Elizabeth, is a socialite who is obsessed with maintaining the family's status and reputation. The novel follows the lives of their three children: John Jr., who is expected to take over the family business; Charlotte, who is beautiful but lacks ambition; and Peggy, who is intelligent but rebellious. The story explores their relationships with each other and with the people around them, as well as their struggles to find their own identities in the shadow of their parents' expectations.As the family's secrets and scandals are revealed, the Van Degens are forced to confront the consequences of their actions and the true meaning of being ""the best people."" The novel offers a critique of the American upper class and its values, as well as a commentary on the changing social and political landscape of the early 20th century.Overall, The Best People is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of power, wealth, family, and identity in the context of a rapidly changing society.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.
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