Publisher's Synopsis
The Rise of Roscoe Paine is a novel written by Joseph C. Lincoln. The story is set in a small town in Cape Cod and follows the life of Roscoe Paine, a young man who is determined to become successful and wealthy. Roscoe is ambitious and hardworking, and he is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals.Throughout the book, Roscoe faces many challenges and setbacks, but he never gives up. He starts out as a clerk in a local store, but he quickly rises through the ranks and becomes a successful businessman. Along the way, he meets and falls in love with a young woman named Ruth, who helps him stay grounded and focused on his goals.As Roscoe's success grows, he becomes more and more involved in the town's politics and social scene. He becomes a respected member of the community and is eventually elected to the town council. However, his rise to power is not without its challenges, and he must navigate some difficult situations in order to maintain his position.The Rise of Roscoe Paine is a classic American novel that explores themes of ambition, love, and power. It is a compelling story that will keep readers engaged from beginning to end.""I suppose he didn't think of it. He is a big man in New York and he has been accustomed to having people come at his convenience. It's his way of doing things, I suppose.""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.
