The Gilded Chair: A Novel (1910)

By Melville Davisson Post, A B (Albert Beck) Wenzell, Arthur E Becher

Book Overview

The Gilded Chair is a novel written by Melville Davisson Post and published in 1910. The story takes place in the early 1900s and is set in Washington D.C. The main character is a young lawyer named Randolph Mason who is known for his ability to solve complex legal cases. The novel begins with Mason being hired by a wealthy socialite named Mrs. Wallington to investigate the disappearance of her husband, who is a prominent senator. Mason soon discovers that the senator has been murdered and that his body has been hidden in a gilded chair. As Mason delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of corruption and deceit involving some of the most powerful people in Washington D.C. He must navigate the dangerous political landscape and use all of his legal skills to bring the murderers to justice. The Gilded Chair is a thrilling mystery novel that also explores the themes of power, greed, and corruption in American politics. Post's vivid descriptions of Washington D.C. and its society provide readers with a glimpse into the world of the wealthy and powerful during the early 1900s. Overall, The Gilded Chair is a must-read for fans of mystery novels and historical fiction.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: 116722891X
• ISBN13: 9781167228919
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"