Excerpt from The Man Who Lost Himself
Hotel, London, defeated in his first really great battle with the thing we call life.
Though of Philadelphia, Jones was not an Ameri can, nor had he anything of the American accent. Australian born, he had started life in a bank at Melbourne, gone to India for a trading house, started for himself, failed, and become a rolling stone. Philadelphia was his last halt.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This thrilling book follows the extraordinary tale of an American adventurer, Victor Jones, whose chance meeting with his exact double, the Earl of Rochester, plunges him into a complex and dangerous game of mistaken identity. When Rochester dies by suicide, Jones finds himself trapped in his place, living a life of luxury and privilege that is not his own. Set amidst the opulent backdrop of London's elite social circles, the book explores the themes of doppelgangers, fate, and the nature of identity. The author delves into the complexities of societal expectations and the consequences of stepping outside one's prescribed role. As Jones navigates the unfamiliar world of aristocracy, he must learn to adapt while grappling with the constant fear of discovery. The book offers a unique perspective on the rigid social hierarchies of Edwardian England, highlighting the absurdity and artifice that often underpinned the upper classes. Ultimately, this book is a thought-provoking exploration of the malleability of identity and the enduring power of human connection. It invites readers to question the nature of reality and the choices that shape our lives, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331402541_0
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