Speculation

Speculation

Christopher Anstey

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781278284644
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Christopher Anstey’s 'Speculation' is a sharp satirical novel offering a glimpse into the tumultuous world of 18th-century London. Set against the backdrop of the infamous South Sea Bubble, the narrative follows various characters caught up in the frenzy of financial speculation and societal upheaval. Anstey’s wit and keen observations create a vivid portrayal of a society gripped by greed and folly. Through the experiences of ambitious merchants, cunning brokers, and naive investors, 'Speculation' reveals the human cost of unchecked ambition and the precarious nature of wealth. A timeless exploration of human nature and the allure of easy riches, this novel remains a relevant and insightful commentary on the cyclical nature of financial markets and the enduring power of satire.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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