The Bar Sinister - Richard Harding Davis - Bog

The Bar Sinister is a novel written by Richard Harding Davis. It tells the story of a young boy named Hugh Cardenale who is born out of wedlock and thus bears the stigma of being a ""bar sinister"" on his family's coat of arms. Despite this, Hugh grows up to be a kind and honorable young man, determined to prove himself and make a name for himself in the world.The novel follows Hugh as he navigates the challenges and prejudices of society, striving to rise above his illegitimate birth and make a place for himself in the world. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Margaret, but their happiness is threatened by the machinations of a jealous rival.As Hugh struggles to overcome the obstacles in his path, he must also confront the truth about his own past and come to terms with his illegitimate birth. Ultimately, he learns that true nobility comes not from one's birth or social status, but from one's actions and character.The Bar Sinister is a compelling tale of love, honor, and redemption, set against the backdrop of turn-of-the-century America. With its vivid characters, richly detailed setting, and timeless themes, it remains a classic of American literature.1919. Illustrated. American journalist and novelist who covered wars all over the world. His vivid accounts made him one of the leading reporters of his day. Contents: The Bar Sinister; A Question of Latitude; The Spy; The Messengers; A Wasted Day; A Charmed Life; The Amateur; The Make-Believe Man; and Peace Maneuvers. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.