Publisher's Synopsis
The Son of Perdition is a novel written by William Alexander Hammond and first published in 1898. The story follows the life of a young man named Paul, who grows up in poverty and is forced to make a living as a thief. Despite his criminal activities, Paul is portrayed as a sympathetic character, driven by a desire to escape his circumstances and find a better life.As the story progresses, Paul becomes involved in a series of increasingly dangerous schemes, including a plot to steal a valuable diamond from a wealthy family. Along the way, he meets a number of colorful characters, including a beautiful and mysterious woman named Madeline, who becomes his love interest.As Paul's criminal activities escalate, he becomes increasingly paranoid and unstable, leading to a dramatic and violent conclusion. The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of turn-of-the-century New York City and its exploration of themes such as poverty, crime, and redemption.Overall, The Son of Perdition is a gripping and thought-provoking work of fiction that offers a compelling glimpse into the darker side of American society at the turn of the 20th century.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.
