The Kidnapped Millionaires: A Tale Of Wall Street And The Tropics (1901)

By Frederick Upham Adams

Book Overview

The Kidnapped Millionaires: A Tale Of Wall Street And The Tropics is a novel written by Frederick Upham Adams and published in 1901. The story follows a group of wealthy American businessmen who are kidnapped while on a trip to the Caribbean. The kidnappers demand a large ransom, and the men's families and associates work to secure their release. The novel explores themes of greed, corruption, and the power dynamics of wealth. It also delves into the cultural differences between the United States and the Caribbean, as well as the impact of colonialism on the region. Overall, The Kidnapped Millionaires is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of mystery, suspense, and social commentary. It offers a unique perspective on the turn of the century American business world and the global impact of capitalism.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120893526
• ISBN13: 9781120893529
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 512 Pages
• Weight: 1.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"