Power, romance, and high-stakes ambition collide in a piercing study of a man who climbs from poverty to influence. In Frederic Carrel’s The Methods of Mr. Ames, a shrewd and determined man pursues wealth, status, and the perfect partner. Along the way, he navigates social rivalries, political maneuvering, and the lure of distant lands as he crafts a life built on calculation and charisma.
- Follow a man who converts luck into leadership, shaping his own path through charm and strategy.
- Watch how personal desires intersect with public ambitions in a world of salons, ships, and island schemes.
- See how trust, power, and romance ripple through friendships, marriages, and high society.
- Experience a narrative that blends travel, diplomacy, and the consequences of daring plans.
Ideal for readers who enjoy tightly plotted tales of manipulation, romance, and social ascent set against a backdrop of elegance and danger.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of Ames, an Italian-educated artist who unexpectedly inherits a large fortune and relocates to London. Upon his arrival, Ames finds himself a stranger in his native land and struggles to reconcile his previous life experiences with the expectations and social norms of his new, wealthy status. The author delves into Ames's complexities as he navigates the contrasting worlds of art and aristocracy, exploring themes of ambition, societal pressures, and the pursuit of power. Through Ames's journey, the book provides a thought-provoking examination of the choices individuals make to define themselves and the consequences that follow. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334622380_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334622380
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334622380
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)