The Socialist And The Prince (1903)

by Fremont Older

Book Overview

The Socialist and The Prince is a novel written by Mrs. Fremont Older and published in 1903. The story revolves around the lives of two main characters, Prince Karl of Auersperg and John Ward, a socialist journalist. The two men come from vastly different backgrounds and hold opposing political views, but their paths cross when they both fall in love with the same woman, the beautiful and independent American heiress, Miss Mary Hampton.As the story unfolds, the reader is taken on a journey through the social and political landscape of turn-of-the-century Europe. The Prince, a member of the aristocracy, is torn between his duty to his family and his love for Mary, while John Ward, a passionate socialist, struggles to balance his political ideals with his desire for personal happiness.Against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world, the characters must navigate the complexities of class, politics, and romance. The novel explores themes of love, duty, and social justice, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the tensions and conflicts of early 20th-century Europe.Overall, The Socialist and The Prince is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the social and political issues of its time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Europe, the struggles of the working class, or the complexities of human relationships.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: 054863503X
• ISBN13: 9780548635032
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"