The Romance and Tragedy of a Widely Known Business Man of New York by Russell
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"The Romance and Tragedy of a Widely Known Business Man of New York" by William Ingraham Russell is a memoir written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life of the author, who recounts his personal and professional experiences in New York, highlighting both the romantic elements of his relationships and the tragedies he encounters throughout his business career. The opening of this narrative introduces us to the author's
humble beginnings as an office-boy in a brokerage firm in New York after his father's shipping business fails. A young Walter E. Stowe, the protagonist, faces various challenges, including disdain from business competitors and the burdens of supporting his family. The chapter sets a reflective tone, as Stowe grapples with self-doubt and ambition while detailing his relationships, including the budding romance with Miss Wilson, who later becomes significant in his life. Through these early experiences, Russell paints a vivid picture of the personal and economic landscapes of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Russell, William Ingraham |
|---|---|
| Title | The Romance and Tragedy of a Widely Known Business Man of New York |
| Credits | Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| Subject | Russell, William Ingraham |
| Subject | Businessmen -- New York (State) -- New York -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6163 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-06163-4 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 435 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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