Lever, Charles 1806-1872 creator Browne, Hablot Knight 1815-1882 text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Davenport Dunn, a Man of Our Day" by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the mid-19th century. It follows the life of the titular character, Davenport Dunn, who finds himself embroiled in a tumultuous situation concerning a banking crisis and a potential run for gold that threatens his financial empire. The narrative explores themes of ambition, social class, and the complexities of personal relationships amidst the backdrop of political and economic unrest. At the start of the novel, Dunn enters a drawing-room where he encounters Lady Augusta Arden, igniting a conversation that reveals both tension and mutual admiration. The initial chapter sets the stage for a crisis as Dunn receives alarming news about an organized attack on the Ossory Bank, where he holds a significant position. This sets off a chain of events involving discussions of loyalty, public perception, and the responsibilities that come with success. The scene transitions to a dinner where further discussions about the implications of the news unfold, showcasing Dunn’s character as both a leader and a man caught in the intricacies of societal expectation and personal ambition. Overall, the opening portion establishes the imminent conflict that will drive the rest of the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-05-11 Produced by David Widger Original publication data not identified Capitalists and financiers -- Fiction Aristocracy (Social class) -- Great Britain -- Fiction PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32342 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32342 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133734.0 32342