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The Sixty-First Second

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The Sixty-First Second

The Sixty-First Second

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American Literature, Novels

The Sixty-First Second is an early 20th-century novel set in New York, focusing on two rival trust company presidents, John G. Slade and Bernard L. Majendie, amid a looming financial crisis. The plot begins with a social gathering hosted by Mrs. Rita Kildair, where her valuable ruby ring goes missing, leading to a tense ultimatum for the guests. This mystery unfolds against a backdrop of ambition, power struggles, and complex human behaviors, exploring themes of trust and betrayal in a time of crisis.

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A novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of a looming financial panic, the story revolves aro...

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