Monsieur Le Secretaire. [John Clark Ridpath]

Subtitle: Poems and Prose Sketche

Series: The Old Soldier's Story

James Whitcomb Riley

The novel is a satirical comedy of manners that follows the life of Monsieur Le Secretaire, a Frenchman who becomes embroiled in American politics and society during the late 19th century. Monsieur Le Secretaire is a clever and cunning individual who uses his wit and charm to navigate the complexities of American culture. He becomes involved with various politicians and socialites, often using his influence to further his own interests. Throughout the novel, Riley pokes fun at the pretensions and hypocrisies of American society, particularly in regards to politics... AI Generated Content

~1887 CE

Available in: English