Publisher's Synopsis
The Sword of Damocles: A Story of New York Life is a novel written by Anna Katharine Green in 1881. The story is set in New York City during the late 19th century and follows the lives of a wealthy family, the Vanes, and their friends and acquaintances. The novel explores themes of social class, wealth, and power, as well as the consequences of greed and ambition. The main character, Richard Vanes, is a successful businessman who becomes entangled in a web of deceit and betrayal when he is accused of a crime he did not commit. With the help of his loyal friends and family, Richard fights to clear his name and uncover the true culprit. Along the way, the novel also delves into the lives and struggles of other characters, including Richard's wife and sister, as well as various members of New York's elite society. The Sword of Damocles is a gripping tale of intrigue, suspense, and moral dilemmas that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the American upper class during the Gilded Age.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.
