A Chicago Princess

By Robert Barr

Book Overview

This novel blends romance and social commentary, following a wealthy young American woman navigating the complexities of society, love, and ambition. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century Chicago, the story delves into the contrast between old-world aristocracy and the new American elite. Through sharp wit and keen observations, Barr explores themes of wealth, status, and the pursuit of happiness in a rapidly changing world.

Robert Barr (1849-1912) was a British-Canadian short story writer and novelist, who published the first Holmes parody, The Adventures of Sherlaw Kombs in 1892. The Chicago Princess begins with a penniless American man in Nagasaki watching a private yacht come in to the harbor, boding well for his personal fortunes.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1434416836
• ISBN13: 9781434416834
• Release Date: August 2024
• Publisher: Wildside Press
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"