
THE LAST WOMAN - COVER
THE LAST WOMAN
THE LAST WOMAN - CHAPTER I
BOOKS ON NATURE STUDY BY CHARLES G. D. ROBERTS
FAMOUS COPYRIGHT BOOKS
In the glittering world of early‑20th‑century Wall Street, a titan of finance sits behind a mahogany table, his mind heavy with a dilemma that threatens the empire he built. Across from him stands his daughter, Patricia—known in society circles as Juno—a fierce, sharp‑witted woman who has learned the language of stocks, bonds, and market gossip from the very man who raised her. Their partnership has always been a blend of paternal counsel and unflinching ambition, yet now an unprecedented situation forces the seasoned broker to confront a fear he has never felt.
Patricia’s confidence radiates; she is as decisive as any seasoned trader, unafraid to chart a new course even when precedent offers no guide. As the conversation deepens, the clash of generational vision and personal loyalty hints at a choice that could reshape their fortunes—and test the limits of their bond. Listeners are drawn into a tense, intimate portrait of power, pride, and the price of daring in a rapidly changing world.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (353K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Mar 24, 2008
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
A little-known early 20th-century novelist, remembered today for two 1909 books that blend romance, high stakes, and melodrama. His work has survived largely through reprints and public-domain archives, giving modern listeners a glimpse of popular fiction from the era.
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