The Desire Trilogy

Author: Theodore Dreiser
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1403

Book Description
This eBook has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. The Trilogy of Desire is the saga of rise and fall of Frank Algernon Cowperwood through an unscrupulous, self-centered quest for power and wealth. "The Financier" – In Philadelphia, Frank Cowperwood, whose father is a banker, makes his first money passing by an auction sale, he successfully bids for seven cases of Castile soap, which he sells to a grocer the same day with a profit of over 70 percent. Frank marries an affluent widow, in spite of his young age, and starts moving up the financial ladder, misusing municipal funds with the aid of the City Treasurer. In 1871, the Great Chicago Fire redounds to a stock market crash, prompting him to be bankrupt and exposed. "The Titan" – Sometime after being released from prison, Frank invests in stocks subsequent to the Panic of 1873, and becomes a millionaire again. He decides to move out of Philadelphia and start a new life in the West. He moves to Chicago with his mistress Aileen and his attorney is finally able to persuade his first wife to agree to a divorce. Frank decides to take over the street-railway system. He bankrupts several opponents with the help of political allies. Meanwhile, Chicago society finds out about his past in Philadelphia and they turn on him. After being unfaithful many times Aileen eventually loses faith in him and Frank meets young Berenice Fleming. "The Stoic" is the conclusion of the Trilogy of Desire. Cowperwood, still married to his estranged wife Aileen, lives with Berenice. He decides to move to London, England, where he intends to take over and develop the underground railway system. Berenice becomes close to Earl Stane, while Frank has an affair with Lorna Maris, a relative of his. Meanwhile, he tries to fix Aileen up with Tollifer, but she becomes enraged when she finds out it was a ruse.

The Financier

Author: Theodore Dreiser
Publisher: Namaskar Book
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 501

Book Description
Embark on a riveting journey through the world of finance and ambition with "The Financier" by Theodore Dreiser. Enter the bustling streets of early 20th-century America and witness the rise and fall of a man driven by insatiable greed and unrelenting ambition. As you delve into the pages of this gripping novel, prepare to be captivated by Dreiser's masterful storytelling and keen insights into human nature. Through the compelling tale of Frank Cowperwood, Dreiser paints a vivid portrait of a man consumed by the pursuit of wealth and power. But amidst the glitz and glamour of the Gilded Age, one question looms large: What compromises will Cowperwood make in his relentless quest for success, and at what cost to himself and those around him? Explore the moral complexities of ambition and desire with Cowperwood as your guide, as he navigates the treacherous waters of high finance and personal ambition. Are you ready to confront the darker side of the American Dream? Engage with Dreiser's timeless exploration of wealth, power, and moral corruption, delving deep into the heart of a nation on the brink of transformation. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the gripping drama of "The Financier". Dive into Dreiser's classic novel now, and discover a world where ambition knows no bounds and the pursuit of success comes at a price. Seize the chance to explore the complexities of human ambition and desire. Purchase your copy of "The Financier" today and immerse yourself in a tale that resonates with timeless relevance.

What Am I Bid?

Author: Philip Serrell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781529396492
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 352

Book Description
When Philip Serrell gave up teaching to become a professional auctioneer, he thought he was embarking on a sensible and safe career... a quiet life in the country with no surprises. How wrong he was. In What Am I Bid? he tells of life after the events he described in his previous memoirs, An Auctioneer's Lot and Sold to the Man with the Tin Leg, to bring his story up to date. From dodgy cars to fakes in the saleroom; angry livestock, mangled silverware and tortuous - not to mention muddy - experiences in local markets and farm sales, Philip has been there, done that and got the hoofprints on his suit to prove it.

Selected works of Theodore Dreiser

Author: Theodore Dreiser
Publisher: Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1601

Book Description
Selected works of Theodore Dreiser from the series "Best of the Best" is the book that everyone should read to understand themselves and each other. The authors and works for this book series were selected, as a result of numerous studies, analysis of the texts over the past 100 years and the demand for readers. It must be read in order to understand the world around us, its history, to recognize the heroes, to understand the winged expressions and jokes that come from these literary works. Reading these books will mean the discovery of a world of self-development and self-expression for each person. These books have been around for decades, and sometimes centuries, for the time they recreate, the values they teach, the point of view, or simply the beauty of words. This volume of the Best of the Best series includes famous works SISTER CARRIE JENNIE GERHARDT THE FINANCIER THE TITAN THE STOIC THE GENIUS AN AMERICAN TRAGEDY TWELVE MEN

THEODORE DREISER: Novels, Short Stories, Essays & Biographical Works

Author: Theodore Dreiser
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 4737

Book Description
This carefully crafted ebook: "THEODORE DREISER – Ultimate Collection: 7 Novels & 12 Short Stories, With Essays & Biographical Works" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Table of Contents: Novels: Sister Carrie Jennie Gerhardt The Financier The Titan The "Genius" An American Tragedy The Stoic Short Stories: Free McEwen of the Shining Slave Makers Nigger Jeff The Lost Phoebe The Second Choice A Story of Stories Old Rogaum and His Theresa Will You Walk Into My Parlor The Cruise of the Idlewild Married When the Old Century Was New The Mighty Burke Other Works: Twelve Men Hey Rub-a-Dub-Dub

Enter into Peace

Author: J. D. Patterson
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1499017537
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 72

Book Description
John Harrison and his son Jimmy are taking the overnight Wabash train from Des Moines, Iowa to Centralia, Missouri. They are returning from visiting John’s mother as a tenth birthday present to Jimmy. It is Sept. 10, 1944 and a rainy night. John over ate before leaving and is suffering from heart pains. He is particularly worried as he had a heart attack five years ago. During a night of little sleep he reviews his past life as he struggles to hang on at least until getting home.

The Complete Concordance to Shakspeare

Author: Mary Cowden Clarke
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 888

Book Description

Hearings

Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1014

Book Description

The Saturday Evening Post

Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Periodicals
Languages : en
Pages : 2466

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A Higher Bid

Author: Kathy Kingston
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119017874
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 288

Book Description
Transform fundraising events into long-term revenue with expert auction advice A Higher Bid is the nonprofit school and organization guide to planning and executing more exciting, more lucrative special event fundraisers. In this book, award-winning consultant, fundraiser, speaker, and professional auctioneer Kathy Kingston shares her proprietary and proven approaches to audience development, board empowerment, leadership succession, guest cultivation and engagement, and donor development. You'll learn how live auctions, special appeals, innovative icebreakers, silent auctions, and new technologies can help increase revenue, and how to execute these events in a way that translates to a stronger donor base for long-term giving. Kingston describes how to match the guest list and catalog for better results, and reveals the strategies professional auctioneers use to curate the right auction items and discover the right people to generate optimum revenue and engage donors. This book offers a fresh approach to fundraising, showing you how charity benefit auctions can be made a centerpiece of fundraising special events to drive both short- and long-term fundraising goals while providing a fun and inspiring opportunity to generate awareness and keep supporters excited about the mission. Using Kingston's proven framework, you'll learn effective ways to: Strategically increase high-profit revenue streams Increase your organization's donor base Empower the board toward efficiency and productivity Engage supporters more deeply and keep them invested Donors are the lifeblood of any nonprofit organization, and sustainable revenue depends upon their high engagement and willingness to give. Well-executed benefit and charity auctions have proven to be effective fundraisers for nonprofits, associations, and schools of all types, and A Higher Bid is the expert guide to optimizing these special events for maximum impact.