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Peter Jameson: A Modern RomanceGilbert Frankau

Peter Jameson: A Modern Romance

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Original author: Gilbert Frankau

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"Peter Jameson: A Modern Romance" by Gilbert Frankau is a novel written in the early 20th century, specifically in the period around World War I. The story focuses on the life of Peter Jameson, a cigar importer, as he navigates both the business world and his personal relationships. The backdrop of London and a looming global conflict adds depth to Peter's journey of self-discovery, ambition, and love. The opening portion introduces Peter Jameson and his family lineage, illustrating his connection to the cigar industry and hinting at his professional aspirations and personal struggles. We see him reflecting on his work and relationships, particularly with his wife, Patricia, as they grapple with their roles in a changing society. The narrative sets the stage for exploring themes of ambition, love, and the impact of war, showcasing the nuanced dynamics of Peter's life as he intertwines his business endeavors with the complexities of marriage and parental responsibilities.

Peter Jameson: A Modern Romance, by Gilbert Frankau. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #59936.

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35 Chapters

  1. 1.Foreword89 words
  2. 2.Foreword: § 13,168 words
  3. 3.Part ONE: The Home and the Office4,838 words
  4. 4.Part TWO: Nirvana, Limited2,357 words
  5. 5.Part THREE: The Crest of the Wave3,616 words
  6. 6.Part FOUR: Crisis2,387 words
  7. 7.Part FIVE: Decision3,898 words
  8. 8.Part SIX: Playing at Soldiers2,989 words
  9. 9.Part SEVEN: Alarums and Excursions1,928 words
  10. 10.Part EIGHT: Dissension3,602 words
  11. 11.Part NINE: Two Excuses for Failure3,823 words
  12. 12.Part TEN: Guns, Counting-Houses, and Counter-Espionage2,309 words
  13. 13.Part ELEVEN: Men and Horses3,607 words
  14. 14.Part TWELVE: Concentrations3,734 words
  15. 15.Part THIRTEEN: Prepare for Action!3,815 words
  16. 16.Part FOURTEEN: Attack!3,840 words
  17. 17.Part FIFTEEN: Forward4,080 words
  18. 18.Part SIXTEEN: Action Left!3,700 words
  1. 19.Part SEVENTEEN: The Suicide Club3,366 words
  2. 20.Part EIGHTEEN: Respite4,235 words
  3. 21.Part NINETEEN: The City of Fear2,986 words
  4. 22.Part TWENTY: The Home Front2,960 words
  5. 23.Part TWENTY-ONE: The Dross and the Gold4,269 words
  6. 24.Part TWENTY-TWO: “sunflowers”5,919 words
  7. 25.Part TWENTY-THREE: “beer” Battery2,856 words
  8. 26.Part TWENTY-FOUR: In the Night3,163 words
  9. 27.Part TWENTY-FIVE: The Last Ounce5,424 words
  10. 28.Part TWENTY-SIX: Broken Men4,140 words
  11. 29.Part TWENTY-SEVEN: The New Science3,260 words
  12. 30.Part TWENTY-EIGHT: Womancraft4,936 words
  13. 31.Part TWENTY-NINE: The Lifting of Shadows3,612 words
  14. 32.Part THIRTY: The Commencement of Dreams4,125 words
  15. 33.Part THIRTY-ONE: Out of It2,268 words
  16. 34.Part THIRTY-TWO: End—or Beginning?4,270 words
  17. 35.Epilogue: § 13,673 words