Robert Thorne: The Story of a London Clerk (1907)

""Robert Thorne: The Story Of A London Clerk"" is a novel written by Shan F. Bullock and published in 1907. The book follows the life of the titular character, Robert Thorne, who is a clerk in London. Thorne is a hardworking and ambitious young man who dreams of rising up the social ladder and achieving success. However, he faces many obstacles in his path, including poverty, illness, and the prejudice of his social superiors. Despite these challenges, Thorne perseveres and eventually achieves his goals, becoming a successful businessman and a respected member of society. The novel is a portrait of life in London in the early 20th century, and it explores themes such as class, ambition, and the struggle for success. It is a compelling and insightful read that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era.""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.