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Set against the backdrop of the Gilded Age, the narrative follows George William Curtis, who transforms from a charming young socialite into a renowned literary figure after his provocative writings on the Middle East. Amidst his newfound fame, Curtis navigates personal challenges, including marital joy and financial struggles. He becomes an ardent advocate in significant social issues, such as the abolition of slavery, political corruption, and women's suffrage. His legacy is cemented as a noble figure, hailed as "the best knight of our time."
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Galahad in the Gilded Age, Linda Dowling
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- Galahad in the Gilded Age
- Subtitle
- : A Life of George William Curtis
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Linda Dowling
- Publisher
- Xlibris US
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 528
- ISBN13
- 9781664153950
- Series
- Tags
- True Stories, Biographies
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the Gilded Age, the narrative follows George William Curtis, who transforms from a charming young socialite into a renowned literary figure after his provocative writings on the Middle East. Amidst his newfound fame, Curtis navigates personal challenges, including marital joy and financial struggles. He becomes an ardent advocate in significant social issues, such as the abolition of slavery, political corruption, and women's suffrage. His legacy is cemented as a noble figure, hailed as "the best knight of our time."