A Legal Wreck (1888)

A Legal Wreck (1888)

William Gillette

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781120120786
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A Legal Wreck is a novel written by William Gillette and published in 1888. The story follows the life of a young lawyer named John Remington, who becomes embroiled in a scandalous affair with a married woman. As a result of his actions, Remington is disbarred from practicing law and his life spirals out of control.The novel explores themes of morality, ethics, and the consequences of one’s actions. It also provides a glimpse into the legal system of the late 19th century and the societal norms of the time.Throughout the book, Gillette weaves a complex and engaging narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The characters are well-developed and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep the reader guessing until the very end.A Legal Wreck is a timeless classic that continues to be relevant in today’s society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in legal dramas, morality tales, or historical fiction.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.

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