The Lion and the Mouse: A Story of American Life: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Lion and the Mouse: A Story of American Life: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Lion and the Mouse: A Story of American Life is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Klein, Charles (1867–1915); Hornblow, Arthur (1865–1942).
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"The Lion and the Mouse" by Charles Klein is a novelized version of a play, presumably written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the American railroad industry, exposing themes of corporate greed, political corruption, and the clash between wealth and morality. The primary characters introduced include John Burkett Ryder, a powerful railroad magnate whose unscrupulous methods are contrasted with Judge Rossmore, a morally upright figure facing challenges from Ryder's machinations. The opening portion of the book begins with a bustling scene in the offices of the Southern and Transcontinental Railroad Company as the directors convene for a significant meeting. We learn that the railroad is under threat due to public discontent and legal challenges, primarily due to the actions of Judge Rossmore, who represents a formidable obstacle to Ryder's ambitions. The narrative paints a vivid picture of the stock market's and railroad's power dynamics, with Ryder depicted as a man driven by insatiable greed, willing to destroy anyone who stands in his way, including Judge Rossmore, who is battling corruption within the judicial system. The tension between these two figures sets the stage for a dramatic conflict that explores deeper societal issues.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Lion and the Mouse: A Story of American Life
- Author credits: Klein, Charles (1867–1915); Hornblow, Arthur (1865–1942)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Capitalists and financiers -- Fiction
- Children of the rich -- Fiction
- Love stories
- Revenge -- Fiction
- Supreme Court justices -- Fiction
- United States -- Social life and customs -- 1865-1918 -- Fiction
- Women authors -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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