Prince Or Chauffeur? A Story Of Newport

By Lawrence Perry

Book Overview

Prince Or Chauffeur? A Story Of Newport is a novel written by Lawrence Perry. The story is set in Newport, Rhode Island, during the Gilded Age. The main character is a young man named Jack, who is torn between two worlds. On one hand, he is the son of a wealthy family and is expected to live a life of luxury and privilege. On the other hand, he is drawn to the world of the working class, particularly the chauffeur who drives his family's car. As Jack struggles to find his place in the world, he becomes increasingly fascinated by the chauffeur's life. He begins to spend time with him, learning about his experiences and the struggles of working-class people. Jack also becomes involved in a romance with a young woman from the working class, further complicating his situation. Throughout the novel, Jack is forced to confront the stark differences between his privileged upbringing and the realities of life for those less fortunate. He must decide whether to continue living a life of luxury or to embrace a more humble existence. Prince Or Chauffeur? A Story Of Newport is a compelling exploration of class, privilege, and the search for identity. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Gilded Age and the tensions that existed between the wealthy elite and the working class.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432662392
• ISBN13: 9781432662394
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"