Democracy : an American novel
Adams, Henry, 1838-19182008
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At the heart of this novel is Madeleine Lee, a young widow who comes to Washington DC, to understand the workings of power. Pursued by Silas Ratcliffe, the most influential member of the Senate, Madeleine soon sees enough of power and its corrupting influence to last her a lifetime.
Main title:
Democracy : an American novel / Henry Adams.
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Edition:
[New] ed. / introduction by Earl N. Harbert.
Imprint:
New York ; London : Penguin, 2008.
Collation:
xvi, 202 p. ; 20 cm.
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Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:
9780143039808 (pbk)
Dewey class:
813.4GEN
Language:
English
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BRN:
786804