""Walpole or Every Man Has His Price"" is a novel written by Sir Edward Bulwer-Lytton. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Horace Walpole, who is born into a wealthy family and is expected to lead a life of luxury and privilege. However, Walpole is not content with this life and seeks to make a name for himself in the world.To achieve his goals, Walpole becomes involved in politics and begins to climb the ranks of power. Along the way, he makes many enemies and must navigate the treacherous waters of political intrigue and corruption. Despite his many successes, Walpole is haunted by the question of whether his achievements are worth the cost.The novel is a commentary on the corrupting influence of power and the price one must pay for success. It is a cautionary tale about the dangers of ambition and the importance of staying true to one's values. With its vivid characters and engaging plot, ""Walpole or Every Man Has His Price"" is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers to this day.This play takes place in London 1716.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.