The Spoilsmen (1903)

By Elliott Flower

Book Overview

The Spoilsmen is a novel written by Elliott Flower and published in 1903. The story is set in the United States during the late 19th century and follows the political career of a young man named John Storm. Storm is a bright and ambitious lawyer who becomes involved in the corrupt world of politics. He quickly learns that success in politics often comes at a high cost, as he is forced to make compromises and deals with powerful men who control the system. Along the way, Storm falls in love with a young woman named Edith Carstairs, who shares his ideals but is wary of the political world. As Storm rises through the ranks of power, he must navigate the treacherous waters of backroom deals, bribery, and betrayal. The Spoilsmen is a gripping tale of ambition, love, and the corrupting influence of power, and remains a classic work of American 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: 1167223446
• ISBN13: 9781167223440
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 338 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"