Lewis Rand

Lewis Rand is a novel written by Mary Johnston, published in 1908. The story is set in the United States during the late 18th century and revolves around the life of the titular character, Lewis Rand. Rand is a young lawyer who is ambitious and determined to succeed in the world of politics. He is also deeply in love with Madeline, the daughter of a wealthy plantation owner. As Rand rises to power, he becomes involved in a political conspiracy that threatens to ruin his career and reputation. He must navigate the dangerous waters of politics while also trying to protect his loved ones and maintain his integrity. Along the way, he encounters a cast of characters, including his rival, Senator Dinwiddie, and the enigmatic and mysterious Mrs. Lightfoot. The novel explores themes such as ambition, love, loyalty, and the corrupting influence of power. It also provides a glimpse into the political and social landscape of the United States during the late 18th century. With its complex characters and intricate plot, Lewis Rand is a gripping tale of ambition, love, and betrayal.1908. Johnston, an American novelist, wrote books that combine romance with history. She is chiefly remembered for To Have and to Hold, a story of colonial Virginia, and its successor, Audrey. Lewis Rand begins: The tobacco-roller and his son pitched their camp beneath a gum tree upon the edge of the wood. It was October, and the gum was the color of blood. Behind it rolled the autumn forest; before it stretched a level of broom-sedge, bright ochre in the light of the setting sun. The road ran across this golden plain, and disappeared in a league-deep wood of pine. From an invisible clearing came a cawing of crows. The sky was cloudless, and the evening wind had not begun to blow. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.