The Cormorant Of Threadneedle Street (1875) - James Roberts - Bog

The Cormorant of Threadneedle Street is a historical novel written by James Roberts and published in 1875. Set in the financial district of London, the story follows the rise and fall of a successful banker named John Harmer. Harmer is a cunning and ambitious man who is determined to make a fortune in the competitive world of finance. He rises to the top of his profession, but his success comes at a cost. Harmer becomes ruthless and unscrupulous, willing to do whatever it takes to maintain his position of power. As he becomes more and more consumed by his desire for wealth and status, Harmer's personal relationships suffer and he begins to lose his grip on reality. The novel is a cautionary tale about the dangers of greed and the corrupting influence of money. It offers a vivid portrayal of Victorian-era London and the cutthroat world of finance that existed at the time.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.