The Privalov Fortune

By Dmitry Mamin-Sibiryak and D. Mamin Sibiryak

Book Overview

The Privalov Fortune by D. Mamin Sibiryak is a novel set in 19th century Russia. The story revolves around a wealthy merchant named Privalov, who has amassed a great fortune through his successful business ventures. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he is diagnosed with a terminal illness and realizes that he has no heir to inherit his wealth.Desperate to secure his legacy, Privalov sets out on a quest to find a suitable candidate to inherit his fortune. He encounters a number of individuals, each with their own motivations and agendas, including a young orphan boy, a cunning lawyer, and a group of unscrupulous businessmen.As Privalov struggles to make his decision, he is forced to confront the darker aspects of human nature and the corrupting influence of wealth. Ultimately, he must choose between his desire for a worthy successor and the temptation to hold onto his wealth at all costs.The Privalov Fortune is a gripping tale of greed, ambition, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. With vivid characters and a richly detailed setting, this novel offers a compelling exploration of the human condition and the complex forces that shape our lives.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: 1419149334
• ISBN13: 9781419149337
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"