The Redfields Succession - Henry Burnham Boone - Bog

The Redfields Succession is a novel written by Henry Burnham Boone and originally published in 1903. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the Redfield family, a wealthy and influential family in New York City. The patriarch of the family, John Redfield, has just passed away, leaving behind a vast fortune and a complicated family dynamic.The novel follows the family as they navigate the aftermath of John's death and the ensuing power struggle for control of the family's wealth and legacy. John's eldest son, George, is the natural heir to the family fortune, but his younger brother, William, is determined to claim his share of the inheritance and challenge George's authority.As the family feud intensifies, other members of the Redfield family are drawn into the conflict, including John's granddaughter, Lillian, and her husband, Arthur. The novel explores themes of greed, power, and family loyalty, as well as the complex relationships between parents and children, siblings, and spouses.Overall, The Redfields Succession is a gripping tale of family drama and intrigue, set against the backdrop of turn-of-the-century New York City. With its vivid characters and intricate plot, it remains a classic work of American literature.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.