The Law of the Land by Fred M. White

Name: The Law of the Land
Author: Fred M. White

The novel follows the story of John Dene, a young man from a wealthy family who is determined to make his own way in the world. He takes a job as a clerk in a law office, and soon finds himself embroiled in a complex legal case involving a disputed will. As he works to unravel the mystery, he finds himself drawn into a web of intrigue and danger. The novel is a thrilling legal drama, full of suspense and unexpected twists. It is a classic example of the genre, and a great read for anyone interested in the law and legal proceedings.

By Fred M. White · First published 1906 · Genre: Legal Thriller, Mystery, Fiction · 30 chapters · 75,663 words

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Ralph Kingsmill drew a deep breath as he looked around. It seemed life had suddenly brought him all that man could desire. In his waking dreams he had pictured this, never hoping to see it realised.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Fred M. White
Date: 1906 CE
Language: English
Genres: Legal Thriller, Mystery, Fiction, Romance
Length: 75,663 words
Structure: 30 chapters, 1,465 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Legal Thriller — The title of the book, 'The Law of the Land', implies a focus on legal matters, making this the most relevant genre.
Mystery — The book may contain elements of mystery, as the legal matters may be explored in a suspenseful manner.
Fiction — The book is likely a work of fiction, as it is written by Fred M. White.
Romance — The book may contain elements of romance, as the legal matters may be explored in a romantic manner.