Publisher's Synopsis
The Sinews Of War: A Romance Of London And The Sea is a novel written by British author Eden Phillpotts and published in 1906. The book is set in London and follows the story of a young man named John Grimbal, who is the son of a wealthy merchant. John is a restless and ambitious man who dreams of making a name for himself in the world.The novel begins with John's arrival in London, where he becomes involved in the city's bustling trade and commerce. He quickly rises through the ranks and becomes a successful businessman, but his ambition leads him to take on risky ventures that put him in danger.As John's fortunes rise, he becomes embroiled in a love triangle with two women: the beautiful and wealthy Lady Jane, and the down-to-earth and practical Mary. The novel explores the themes of love, ambition, and the cost of success, as John struggles to balance his personal desires with his obligations to his family and business.The Sinews Of War: A Romance Of London And The Sea is a vivid and engaging historical novel that captures the spirit of London in the early 20th century. It is a story of adventure, romance, and the struggle for success in a rapidly changing world.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.
