02325cam a22003133u 4500 69460 UtSlPG 20260610134615.0 m cr n 260607r20221904utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Atherton, Gertrude Franklin Horn, 1857-1948 Rulers of kings: A novel Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2022-12-03 D A Alexander, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was created from images of public domain material made available by the University of Toronto Libraries.) "Rulers of Kings" by Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life of Fessenden Abbott, a young man struggling with the challenges of wealth, expectations, and identity. Set against a backdrop that blends personal ambition with broader historical dynamics, it explores themes of power, personal growth, and the intricacies of destiny. The opening of the story introduces Fessenden Abbott as he learns of his immense fortune, an inheritance of four hundred million dollars that plunges him into a deep discouragement rather than joy. As the narrative unfolds, we gain insights into his upbringing in a rugged wilderness and the values instilled in him by his father, Mr. Abbott. The father-son dynamic sets the stage for Fessenden’s internal conflicts and aspirations, particularly as he grapples with his identity amidst the burdens of his legacy. The chapter moves through his youthful ambitions, the influence of nature, and early relationships, hinting at a complex journey of self-discovery that is tied to larger societal themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: Harper & Brothers Publishers, 1904 Statesmen -- Fiction https://archive.org/details/rulersofkingsnov00atheuoft/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69460 110247 110247