House of All Nations |
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Author:
| Stead, Christina |
Series title: | Miegunyah Modern Library Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-522-86252-2 |
Publication Date: | Apr 2013 |
Publisher: | Melbourne University Publishing
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Imprint: | Miegunyah Press, The |
Book Format: | Ebook |
List Price: | AUD $19.99 |
Book Description:
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House of All Nations is Christina Stead's 1938 gripping portrayal of financial world success. Set in an exclusive European bank in the heady days of the early thirties, Stead weaves a remarkable tale of greedy, devious and shady characters, all brought together by their love of money. The director of the bank, Jules Bertillon, leads these gamblers, crooks and prospectors on a treacherous journey navigating political and natural disasters, and using both to his advantage....
More Description House of All Nations is Christina Stead's 1938 gripping portrayal of financial world success. Set in an exclusive European bank in the heady days of the early thirties, Stead weaves a remarkable tale of greedy, devious and shady characters, all brought together by their love of money. The director of the bank, Jules Bertillon, leads these gamblers, crooks and prospectors on a treacherous journey navigating political and natural disasters, and using both to his advantage.
House of All Nations has never been more relevant, as Stead's remarkable work speaks loudly about the modern markets.