The Uttermost Farthing

By Marie Belloc Lowndes

Book Overview

The Uttermost Farthing is a novel written by Marie Belloc Lowndes, an English author. The book tells the story of a young woman named Rachel Minchin, who inherits a large sum of money from her father. Rachel's newfound wealth attracts the attention of a group of unscrupulous individuals who are determined to get their hands on her money. As Rachel tries to navigate the treacherous world of high society, she finds herself drawn into a web of deceit and betrayal.The novel is set in London in the early 20th century and explores themes of greed, power, and corruption. Lowndes' writing is characterized by its vivid descriptions of the city and its inhabitants, as well as its nuanced portrayal of the social dynamics of the time. The Uttermost Farthing is a gripping and suspenseful read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.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: 1163779342
• ISBN13: 9781163779347
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 282 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"