Jane Cable
Published on 13. September 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
346 pages
978-1-4344-0708-5 (ISBN)
Description
First published in 1906, Jane Cable tells the story of a young woman, Jane, raised in wealth and high society but unaware of her true origins. Adopted as an infant by the Cables, Jane's past is hidden by her mother's deception. The novel is set in Chicago and delves into themes of identity, inheritance, and the complexities of familial ties. Tension builds when a corrupt lawyer, who knows the truth of Jane's adoption, begins blackmailing her mother, putting Jane's engagement to Graydon Bansemer at risk. The novel was a major bestseller in 1906 and 1907.
George Barr McCutcheon (1866-1928) was an American popular novelist and playwright. His best known works include the series of novels set in Graustark, a fictional East European country, "Brewster's Millions," a play and several films.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Holicog
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
489 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4344-0708-5 (9781434407085)
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George Barr McCutcheon was an American novelist and playwright born on July 26, 1866, in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. He is best known for his popular "Graustark" series, a collection of romantic adventure novels set in a fictional Eastern European country. McCutcheon's work gained considerable popularity in the early 20th century, earning him a prominent place in American literature of the time. McCutcheon began his career as a journalist, working for newspapers in Lafayette, Indiana and later in Chicago. His transition to fiction writing brought him widespread acclaim with the publication of his first major novel, "Graustark: The Story of a Love Behind a Throne" in 1901. The success of this novel led to several sequels, including "Beverly of Graustark" and "Truxton King," which captivated readers with their tales of romance, political intrigue, and adventure. In addition to the Graustark series, McCutcheon wrote numerous standalone novels, many of which also achieved significant popularity. "Brewster's Millions," published in 1902, is one of his most famous works. Despite his success as a novelist, McCutcheon remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He continued to write prolifically throughout his life, producing a substantial body of work that includes both novels and plays.