{ "item_title" : "The Great War Syndicate", "item_author" : [" Frank R. Stockton "], "item_description" : "The Great War Syndicate is a novel written by Frank R. Stockton, first published in 1889. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around a group of wealthy investors who form a syndicate to start a war in order to profit from it. The group, led by a man named John Gayther, hires a team of engineers and scientists to design and build a powerful weapon that they hope will give them an advantage in the war. The novel follows the syndicate's efforts to convince the government to go to war and their subsequent attempts to win the conflict. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and setbacks, including sabotage from a rival syndicate and the unexpected consequences of their own actions. The Great War Syndicate is a satirical commentary on the greed and corruption of the time, as well as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked power and ambition. Despite being over a century old, the novel remains relevant today, as it raises important questions about the ethics of war and the role of money in politics.1900. Thonias Hewlings Stockton, clergyman, wrote fantastic tales for children under the pen name Frank R. Stockton. He also wrote books for adults. Among his amusing books for children Rudder Grange is the best known. The Lady and the Tiger, Adventures of Captain Horne, Mrs. Null, The Casting Away of Mrs. Lecks and Mrs. Aleshine, The Hundredth Man, Great Stone of Sardis, and Captain�������s Tollgate were also quite popular. A collection of inventions; historical, fantasy, and future war. Contents: The Great War Syndicate; The Stories of the Three Burglars; The Knife that Killed Po Hancy; and Dusky Philosophy-In Two Expositions. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.", "item_img_path" : "https://covers3.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/16/279/433/116279433X_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "30.95", "online_price" : "30.95", "our_price" : "30.95", "club_price" : "30.95", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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