Publisher's Synopsis
The Silversnake: A Temptation is a novel written by F. X. Schoonmaker and published in 1896. The book tells the story of a young man named Richard who is lured into a life of crime and deceit by a mysterious woman named Sylvia. Sylvia is known as the Silversnake, and she uses her seductive charms to manipulate Richard into doing her bidding.As Richard becomes more deeply involved in Sylvia's schemes, he begins to question his own morality and the choices he has made. He is torn between his desire for wealth and power and his conscience, which tells him that he is on the wrong path.The novel is set in New York City in the late 19th century, and it vividly portrays the seedy underworld of the city's criminal element. The Silversnake: A Temptation is a cautionary tale about the dangers of succumbing to temptation and the consequences of making bad choices. It is a gripping and suspenseful story 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.
