The Tipster by Edwin Lefevre
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"The Tipster" by Edwin Lefevre is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the world of stock trading and speculation, focusing on the experiences of its protagonist, Gilmartin, as he navigates the ups and downs of Wall Street. It delves into themes of ambition, luck, and the consequences of gambling on financial markets. The story follows Gilmartin, an ambitious man who leaves a stable job in the drug
industry to pursue fortune in the stock market. Initially filled with hope and enthusiasm, he soon finds himself caught in the exhilarating yet treacherous world of trading. After experiencing a drastic financial downturn, Gilmartin attempts to regain his lost wealth through risky speculation and eventually becomes a "tipster," offering advice to others based on inside information. However, his return to fortune is short-lived, leading to further losses and a deep sense of loneliness. The narrative illustrates Gilmartin's relentless pursuit of wealth and ultimately highlights the pitfalls of greed and the volatile nature of the stock market. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Lefevre, Edwin, 1871-1943 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Tipster 1901, From "Wall Street Stories" |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Wall Street (New York, N.Y.) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 23171 |
| Release Date | Oct 24, 2007 |
| Last Update | Feb 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 348 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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