Publisher's Synopsis
The Redfields Succession: A Novel is a book written by Henry Burnham Boone and first published in 1903. The novel tells the story of the Redfield family, a wealthy and influential family in New York City during the late 19th century. The patriarch of the family, John Redfield, has recently passed away, leaving behind a vast fortune and a complicated family dynamic. The book follows the struggles and conflicts that arise within the family as they compete for control of the estate and the family business. The main characters include John Redfield's three children: the ambitious and ruthless businessman, Arthur; the socially conscious and politically active daughter, Mary; and the artistic and sensitive youngest son, Walter. As the family members jockey for power and influence, they must also navigate the complex social and political landscape of turn-of-the-century New York City. The novel explores themes of family loyalty, ambition, greed, and the struggle for power and control. Overall, The Redfields Succession: A Novel is a compelling and thought-provoking work of fiction that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the American aristocracy during a time of great change and upheaval.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.
