A Paladin Of Finance V1-2: Contemporary Manners (1882)

A Paladin of Finance V1-2: Contemporary Manners (1882) is a book written by Edward Jenkins. The book is divided into two volumes and is a satirical novel that portrays the life of a wealthy businessman in the late 19th century. The protagonist of the story is a man named Richard Doubledick, who is a successful financier and a gentleman of high society. The novel explores the contemporary manners and social norms of the time, and the author uses humor and irony to critique the behavior of the upper class. The story follows Richard as he navigates the world of business and society, encountering various characters along the way, including his rival, Sir John Boldero, and his love interest, Lady Cecilia. The book is a commentary on the excesses and moral decay of the wealthy elite, and it offers a glimpse into the mindset of the Victorian era. Overall, A Paladin of Finance V1-2: Contemporary Manners (1882) is a witty and insightful novel that provides a window into the social and economic landscape of the late 19th century.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.