The Lure Of Fame (1896)

The Lure Of Fame (1896)

Clive Holland

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781437091007
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The Lure of Fame is a novel written by Clive Holland and originally published in 1896. The story follows the life of a young man named Dick Meredith, who dreams of achieving fame and success as an actor. Despite his lack of experience and talent, Dick is determined to make it in the world of theatre and sets out to pursue his dreams.As he navigates the competitive and often cutthroat world of acting, Dick encounters a cast of colorful characters, including fellow actors, directors, and producers. He also falls in love with a young woman named Nell, who shares his passion for the stage.However, as Dick’s career begins to take off, he finds himself increasingly consumed by his desire for fame and recognition. He becomes willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals, even if it means sacrificing his relationships and his own sense of morality.The Lure of Fame is a gripping tale of ambition, love, and the price of success. It offers a vivid portrayal of the world of theatre in the late 19th century and explores timeless themes of human nature and the pursuit of happiness.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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