The Firm of Girdlestone Contributor(s): Conan Doyle, Arthur (Author) |
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ISBN: 1986529789 ISBN-13: 9781986529785 Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: March 2018 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Fiction | Mystery & Detective - General |
Physical Information: 1.06" H x 5.98" W x 9.02" L (1.53 lbs) 526 pages |
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Publisher Description: The story is about John Girdlestone and his son, Ezra who have quite a dreadful problem. Their merchant firm is rapidly descending into financial ruin and if they don't do something to prevent it, the proud name of Girdlestone will be forever disgraced. One of their schemes to restore stability to their firm includes Kate Harston, the Girdlestone's ward after the unfortunate death of her father. On the occasion of her 21st birthday, she will inherit her father's fortune. If only there was a way for that money to come to the Girdlestones instead... The story is filled with a fun, varied cast. Besides John, Ezra, and Kate, there's Captain Miggs, Major Tobias Clutterbuck, and the Dimsdale family. Tom Dimsdale is Kate's lovable childhood friend who isn't sure if following his father's profession as a doctor is for him. He does know, however, that Kate is the girl he wants to marry, no matter what the Girdlestones do to seperate them. Even minor characters having memorable and interesting personalities, like the unnamed sailor Tom meets who likes to collect long words, and making up ones of his own. The plot is exciting, escalating to a tense climax |
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