The Man Of Fortune: A Story Of The Present Day (1859)

The Man of Fortune: A Story of the Present Day is a novel written by Albany De Grenier Fonblanque Jr. and originally published in 1859. The story follows the life of a successful businessman named Francis Armitage, who rises from humble beginnings to become one of the wealthiest men in England. Armitage is a complex character, driven by ambition and a desire for power, but also struggling with personal demons and a troubled past.As the novel progresses, Armitage becomes embroiled in a series of scandals and intrigues, including a love affair with a married woman and a bitter rivalry with a business rival. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including politicians, journalists, and socialites, all of whom are drawn into his orbit.The Man of Fortune is a gripping tale of ambition, love, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of Victorian England. Fonblanque Jr. weaves a rich and detailed narrative, exploring the complexities of human nature and the moral dilemmas that arise when wealth and power are at stake. The novel remains a classic of Victorian literature, offering a fascinating glimpse into the social and economic realities of the era.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.