Commonwealth (1901) is a historical novel written by an anonymous author. The book is set in the early 1900s in the United States and follows the lives of several characters from different backgrounds and social classes. The story begins with the inauguration of President William McKinley and the aftermath of the Spanish-American War. The novel explores themes such as politics, social inequality, and the struggle for power and wealth.The main character, John Randolph, is a wealthy businessman who is involved in politics and is determined to become the next president. He is married to a woman named Alice, who is unhappy in her marriage and seeks solace in the arms of another man. The novel also focuses on the lives of other characters, including a poor farmer named Tom, who is struggling to make ends meet, and a journalist named Jack, who is investigating corruption in the government.As the story unfolds, the lives of these characters become intertwined, and their personal struggles reflect the larger issues facing the country at the time. The novel provides a vivid portrayal of American society in the early 1900s and offers insight into the political and social issues of the time. Commonwealth (1901) is a compelling and thought-provoking read that sheds light on the complexities of American history and society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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