Castles in the Air by Baroness Emmuska Orczy Orczy

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Author Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness, 1865-1947
Title Castles in the Air
Contents A Roland for his Oliver -- A fool's paradise -- On the brink -- Carissimo -- The toys -- Honour among --- -- An over-sensitive heart.
Credits Jim Tinsley and David Widger
Summary "Castles in the Air" by Baroness Emmuska Orczy is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book introduces readers to Hector Ratichon, an intriguing and morally ambiguous character—an agent of various governments and rulers whose charm and wit conceal a life of deceit and petty crime. The narrative presents a blend of humor and pathos as it explores Ratichon's interactions with the society around him, as well as his deep desires for wealth and love, ultimately weaving a tale of ambition, trickery, and potential redemption. At the start of the book, we learn about Hector Ratichon’s colorful past and present life as a self-proclaimed "confidant" who takes pride in his dubious accomplishments. The opening chapters reveal his daily routine, relationships, and inner conflict, particularly with Theodore, his ingratiating assistant who treacherously betrays him. The plot thickens when Ratichon becomes embroiled in a scheme involving a valuable document—a secret treaty—which he steals and duplicates, facing both moral dilemmas and external threats. The stage is set for Ratichon's pursuit of wealth and connections, underscoring his flaws and aspirations in a richly depicted Paris infused with the intrigue of post-war society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Paris (France) -- Fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 12461
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 5, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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