The Money Master, Volume 5

Name: The Money Master, Volume 5
Author: Gilbert Parker

The Money Master, Volume 5 by Gilbert Parker is a novel that follows the story of a wealthy financier named John Thorpe. The book explores themes of power, greed, and corruption as Thorpe navigates his way through the world of high finance. It also delves into the personal struggles he faces as he tries to balance his professional ambitions with his family life.

By Gilbert Parker · First published 1904 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Drama, Romance · 4 chapters · 17,697 words

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However far Jean Jacques went, however long the day since leaving the Manor Cartier, he could not escape the signals from his past. He heard more than once the bells of memory ringing at the touch of the invisible hand of Destiny which accepts no philosophy save its own. At Montreal, for one hallowed instant, he had regained his lost Carmen, but he had turned from her grave -- the only mourners being himself, Mme. Glozel and Mme. Popincourt, together with a barber who had coiffed her wonderful hair once a week -- with a strange burning at his heart. That iceberg which most mourners carry in their breasts was not his, as he walked down the mountainside from Carmen's grave. Behind him trotted Mme. Glozel and Mme. Popincourt, like little magpies, attendants on this eagle of sorrow whose life-love had been laid to rest, her heart-troubles over. Passion or ennui would no more vex her.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Gilbert Parker
Date: 1904 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Drama, Romance, Adventure, Literary Fiction
Length: 17,697 words
Structure: 4 chapters, 261 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Historical Fiction — The narrative is set in a specific historical period and incorporates real historical events and figures.
Drama — The story focuses on intense character development and emotional themes.
Romance — The plot includes romantic relationships as a central theme.
Adventure — The storyline involves exciting and risky undertakings.