George Rathborne

Broschiertes Buch

The Spider's Web

Beschreibung

The spider s web or the bachelor of the midway explores the tension between fate, courage, and the search for connection amid a backdrop of excitement and danger. The novel reflects on how individuals navigate uncertainty and moral dilemmas while drawn into plots that test their resolve and character. It highlights how personal quests for meaning and belonging intersect with larger schemes of intrigue and revenge. The story emphasizes the importance of bravery and quick decision making when confronted with unexpected peril, and how these moments can alter the course of relationships and destiny. It draws attention to the complexities of loyalty and how the desire to protect and save others can reveal hidden strengths. Through scenes of suspense, daring, and reflection, the narrative invites readers to consider how chance encounters and choices in moments of crisis shape lives and legacies. The setting of the fairgrounds provides a vivid stage for this exploration of personal duty, heroism, and emotional discovery.

Autor

St. George Henry Rathborne was a prolific American writer born on December 26, 1854, in Covington, Kentucky, to parents whose names are not publicly documented. Over the course of a career that spanned six decades, Rathborne wrote extensively for young readers and popular audiences under his own name and numerous pseudonyms, including Harrison Adams. He became a prominent contributor to the world of dime novels and serialized adventure stories, a popular literary form in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Rathborne's output is estimated to exceed 330 volumes, encompassing adventure tales, frontier narratives, and stories of exploration and heroism. His work was characterized by its fast-paced storytelling, moral undertones, and appeal to the imaginations of young readers, especially boys seeking tales of courage and action. Despite working largely in genres often dismissed as lowbrow, Rathborne's remarkable productivity and enduring popularity reflected a deep connection with his audience. He died on December 16, 1938, in Newark, New Jersey, just shy of his 84th birthday, leaving behind a substantial legacy in American popular fiction.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 164
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. August 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 216g
• ISBN-13: 9789373406206
• ISBN-10: 9373406205
• Artikelnr.: 75909240