The Edge Of Honesty (1898)

By Charles Gleig

Book Overview

The Edge of Honesty is a novel written by Charles Gleig, first published in 1898. Set in the late 19th century, the book tells the story of a young man named John Templeton, who is forced to confront the harsh realities of life after his father's sudden death. In the midst of his grief, John discovers that his father was heavily in debt and that his family is now facing financial ruin.Determined to save his family from ruin, John decides to take matters into his own hands and sets out to make a fortune. Along the way, he encounters a cast of characters, including a beautiful and mysterious woman named Irene, who becomes his love interest.As John struggles to build a new life for himself and his family, he must also confront his own moral compass and the boundaries of honesty. The novel explores themes of love, ambition, and the consequences of deception, as John navigates the treacherous waters of business and romance.Overall, The Edge of Honesty is a gripping tale of one man's journey to find success and happiness in a world full of challenges and obstacles. Gleig's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make this novel a timeless classic of Victorian literature.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: 1165123878
• ISBN13: 9781165123872
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 398 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"