The Sword of Damocles: A Story of New York Life
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格式
平装书
页数
554
语言
英语
已发布
Jan 1, 2010
出版商
Nabu Press
ISBN-10
1141868113
ISBN-13
9781141868117
描述
In a vibrant New York City, shadowed by the weight of its own opulence, a gripping tale unfolds. Set against the backdrop of bustling streets and the intricate dance of society, Anna Katharine Green weaves a story rich with intrigue and suspense. The lives of her characters are interwoven with the stark contrasts of privilege and peril, illustrating the dual nature of urban existence.
As tensions rise amidst the city's alluring façade, the narrative explores themes of morality and the fleeting nature of success. Each decision becomes a thread in the tapestry of fate, reflecting the looming presence of consequences. Green's masterful storytelling invites readers into a world where every choice is fraught with danger, echoing the age-old adage of the sword of Damocles hanging perilously overhead.
As tensions rise amidst the city's alluring façade, the narrative explores themes of morality and the fleeting nature of success. Each decision becomes a thread in the tapestry of fate, reflecting the looming presence of consequences. Green's masterful storytelling invites readers into a world where every choice is fraught with danger, echoing the age-old adage of the sword of Damocles hanging perilously overhead.