Synopsis
A sharp, stylish tale of ambition and influence in turn‑of‑the‑century London, full of wit and daring ideas that reshape a paper—and a nation.
In this brisk, character‑driven novel, follow Hannibal Quain as he builds a newspaper empire from a small office and a big dream. With a keen eye for what the public wants, he blends information, humor, and thrills to push his paper—and his ideas—into the spotlight. The story blends personal daring with the politics of media, showing how a single bold plan can change the course of a career and a city.
From boardroom confrontations to street‑level hustle, the book races through schemes, rivalries, and the pull of fame. Its memorable cast, including Hannibal’s family and allies, brings humor, tension, and a quick, crisp energy that keeps the pages turning.
- Vivid portraits of media life and rivalry in a bustling metropolis.
- Fast‑paced scenes of plotting, deals, and editorial decisions.
- Accessible humor rooted in sharp character interactions and social satire.
- A period setting that blends ambition with the noise and glamour of a thriving press world.
Ideal for readers who enjoy classic British fiction, witty social satire, and stories about power, media, and achievement.
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Why none of the many writers who also know him personally has never before sat down to endeavor to give the public a true picture of one of the most fascinating and most misrepresented men of our time, I cannot understand. Perhaps they waited to ask permission, and were, quite naturally, refused. I made no such mistake as that. Perhaps they were afraid that he would turn and rend them in his mighty machines for their presumption. Well, he may rend me if he likes; yet not even Lord London himself can deprive me of the pleasure that I have had in weaving around the main facts of his career, known to all the world, the poor embroideries of my own imagination. K. H. Merstham, June 3, 1913.
(Typographical errors above are due to OCR software and don't occur in the book.)
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Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.
Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org
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