| Author |
Rohmer, Sax, 1883-1959 |
| Title |
The Sins of Séverac Bablon
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Clarke, Mary Meehan and the Online
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| Summary |
"The Sins of Séverac Bablon" by Sax Rohmer is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces us to Julius Rohscheimer, a wealthy and boisterous financier, along with a cast of intriguing characters who navigate the complexities of high society in London. As the title suggests, the book explores themes of morality, wealth, and social responsibility through its protagonist and the enigmatic figure of Séverac Bablon, who becomes a crucial player in the unfolding drama. At the start of the narrative, we meet Rohscheimer and his companions in an upscale restaurant as they engage in conversation that reveals tensions between wealth and poverty. Celebrities and socialites are juxtaposed with the destitute, setting the stage for a philosophical debate about charity and moral duty. When the mysterious Séverac Bablon enters the scene, he quickly establishes himself as a man of great influence who disrupts the status quo. The opening chapters hint at a burgeoning conflict, especially as Bablon seeks to challenge the wealthy elite while wielding his unique brand of philanthropy, characterized by audacious acts that blur the line between heroism and villainy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Mystery fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
21879 |
| Release Date |
Jun 20, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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