Power Without Glory by Frank Hardy
This novel is a gritty and controversial tale set in early 20th-century Australia, chronicling the life of a ruthless and ambitious man who rises from working-class origins to become a powerful figure in the political and business arenas. Through a combination of cunning, blackmail, and corruption, he amasses wealth and influence, all while maintaining a facade of respectability. His unscrupulous dealings and personal indiscretions, however, lead to a tumultuous private life and eventually draw the scrutiny of his enemies. The story serves as a critique of the corrupting nature of power and the moral compromises one may make in the pursuit of glory.
The 5935th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1950
- Nationality
- Australian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 736
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- The Modern Library: The Two Hundred Best Novels in English Since 1950 (The Modern Library (Book))