With Hooks Of Steel: A Tale Of Old-Time Virginia (1913)

By William Tunstall Townes

Book Overview

With Hooks of Steel: A Tale of Old-Time Virginia is a historical novel written by William Tunstall Townes and published in 1913. The book is set in Virginia during the late 1800s and early 1900s and follows the story of a young man named John Norton, who is determined to make a name for himself in the world of politics.As John rises through the ranks of Virginia politics, he becomes embroiled in a web of corruption and deceit. He must navigate the treacherous waters of political intrigue and personal ambition while trying to remain true to his own moral compass.Along the way, John meets a cast of colorful characters, including a powerful railroad magnate, a beautiful and mysterious woman, and a group of ruthless businessmen who will stop at nothing to achieve their goals.With Hooks of Steel is a thrilling tale of ambition, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of politics and business in the early 20th century and is sure to captivate readers with its vivid characters and fast-paced plot.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: 1167203682
• ISBN13: 9781167203688
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"