The House Of Cards (1922)

by Hannah Gartland

Book Overview

The House of Cards is a novel written by Hannah Gartland and first published in 1922. The story follows the life of a young woman named Margaret, who is forced to leave her home in the countryside and move to London after her father's death. In the city, she is taken in by her aunt and uncle, who are wealthy and influential members of society. Margaret soon discovers that her aunt and uncle's social status is built on a foundation of lies and deceit. They are involved in a complex web of political and financial corruption, using their power and influence to manipulate and control those around them. Margaret becomes embroiled in their schemes and must navigate the dangerous world of high society in order to protect herself and her family.As the story unfolds, Margaret's relationships with her aunt and uncle become increasingly strained, and she must decide whether to continue to support them or to expose their corruption. Along the way, she also falls in love with a young man who is involved in the same political movement that her aunt and uncle are trying to suppress.The House of Cards is a gripping tale of power, intrigue, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of early 20th century London. Hannah Gartland's vivid descriptions and compelling characters make this a must-read for fans of historical fiction and suspense.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: 1104394545
• ISBN13: 9781104394547
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"