Publisher's Synopsis
The Making Of A Fortune: A Romance is a novel written by Harriet Elizabeth Prescott Spofford and first published in 1911. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Marcella, who is determined to make her own way in the world and become wealthy. Marcella is the daughter of a wealthy but morally corrupt businessman who dies suddenly, leaving her with nothing. She is forced to leave her luxurious lifestyle behind and start over, relying only on her own skills and determination. She takes a job as a seamstress and begins to work her way up the social ladder, eventually catching the eye of a wealthy and influential man named Richard. As Marcella navigates her way through high society, she must confront the challenges and temptations that come with wealth and power. She struggles to maintain her integrity and stay true to herself, even as she becomes more and more successful. Along the way, she must also confront her feelings for Richard and decide whether or not she truly loves him. The Making Of A Fortune: A Romance is a compelling story of love, ambition, and the pursuit of wealth. It explores the themes of morality, class, and gender roles in a rapidly changing society. With vivid descriptions of the world of high society and the struggles of those trying to make their way in it, this novel is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era.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.
