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- A Tale of False Witness (1849)

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Heart: A Tale of False Witness is a novel written by Martin Farquhar Tupper and published in 1849. The story is set in the early 19th century and revolves around the life of a young man named Charles Heart. Charles is a wealthy and ambitious merchant who is determined to succeed in life. However, his greed and ambition lead him down a path of deceit and betrayal.The novel is divided into three parts, each one exploring a different aspect of Charles' life. The first part focuses on his rise to wealth and power, as he becomes a successful merchant and marries a beautiful woman named Julia. The second part delves into Charles' darker side, as he becomes involved in a fraudulent business scheme and begins to manipulate and deceive those around him. The final part of the novel sees Charles facing the consequences of his actions and struggling to redeem himself.Throughout the novel, Tupper explores themes of morality, greed, and redemption. He portrays Charles as a complex and flawed character, highlighting the dangers of unchecked ambition and the importance of honesty and integrity. The novel also features a cast of memorable supporting characters, including Charles' loyal friend and business partner, his scheming rival, and a wise old mentor who helps him see the error of his ways.Heart: A Tale of False Witness is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a powerful commentary on the human condition. Tupper's vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling make it a compelling read for anyone interested in the complexities of the human psyche and the consequences of our actions.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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781164666370
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 152
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x8 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 213 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 12. december 2024
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Heart: A Tale of False Witness is a novel written by Martin Farquhar Tupper and published in 1849. The story is set in the early 19th century and revolves around the life of a young man named Charles Heart. Charles is a wealthy and ambitious merchant who is determined to succeed in life. However, his greed and ambition lead him down a path of deceit and betrayal.The novel is divided into three parts, each one exploring a different aspect of Charles' life. The first part focuses on his rise to wealth and power, as he becomes a successful merchant and marries a beautiful woman named Julia. The second part delves into Charles' darker side, as he becomes involved in a fraudulent business scheme and begins to manipulate and deceive those around him. The final part of the novel sees Charles facing the consequences of his actions and struggling to redeem himself.Throughout the novel, Tupper explores themes of morality, greed, and redemption. He portrays Charles as a complex and flawed character, highlighting the dangers of unchecked ambition and the importance of honesty and integrity. The novel also features a cast of memorable supporting characters, including Charles' loyal friend and business partner, his scheming rival, and a wise old mentor who helps him see the error of his ways.Heart: A Tale of False Witness is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a powerful commentary on the human condition. Tupper's vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling make it a compelling read for anyone interested in the complexities of the human psyche and the consequences of our actions.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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