The Man In The Shadow (1911)

""The Man In The Shadow"" is a novel written by Richard Washburn Child and first published in 1911. The story is set in the early 20th century and centers around the character of John Sargent, a successful businessman who has recently inherited a large fortune from his father. Despite his wealth and success, John is haunted by the shadow of his father, who was a notorious criminal and murderer. As John struggles to come to terms with his family's dark past, he finds himself drawn into a dangerous world of intrigue and deception. He becomes embroiled in a plot to steal a valuable diamond, and soon finds himself pursued by both the police and the criminals who want the diamond for themselves. Along the way, John must confront his own demons and make difficult choices about his future.""The Man In The Shadow"" is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, with a complex and nuanced protagonist who must navigate a treacherous world of crime and corruption. It explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the power of family ties, and is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.