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050		4	_aPS
100	1		_aPhillips, David Graham, _d1867-1911
245	1	4	_aThe Deluge
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-04-01
508			_aProduced by An Anonymous Volunteer, and David Widger
520			_a"The Deluge" by David Graham Phillips is a novel written during the early 20th century, exploring themes of ambition, finance, and societal class structures. The story centers around Matthew Blacklock, a determined man who rises through the ranks of high finance against the backdrop of a struggling American society dominated by wealthy elites. The opening of the book introduces Matthew Blacklock's character, his self-assertive nature, and his ambitions in the financial world. He reflects on his past, acknowledging his humble beginnings and asserting that he has built his reputation through individual effort and assertiveness. As the narrative unfolds, we see his interactions with other influential figures in finance, illustrating the cutthroat nature of this domain. Notably, he expresses a desire to elevate his status within society by aligning with the more "respectable" circles, showcasing his aspirations and the obstacles he faces in achieving them. The opening sets the stage for a tale that promises a blend of personal ambition, romance, and the moral complexities of wealth and power. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aNew York (N.Y.) -- Fiction
653			_aLove stories
653			_aSpeculation -- Fiction
653			_aWall Street (New York, N.Y.) -- Fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7832
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