A Spoil Of Office

A Spoil of Office: A Story of the Modern West is a novel written by Hamlin Garland and first published in 1897. The book is set in the American West during the late 1800s and follows the story of a young lawyer named Johnnie who becomes involved in a political scandal. Johnnie is a well-respected lawyer who is known for his honesty and integrity. However, when he is asked to represent a corrupt politician named Colonel Blount, he finds himself caught up in a web of deceit and corruption. As Johnnie delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a network of political corruption that extends far beyond Colonel Blount. The novel explores themes of political corruption, greed, and the struggle for power in the American West. It also delves into the personal struggles of its characters, including Johnnie's own moral dilemma as he tries to balance his duty to his clients with his own sense of right and wrong. A Spoil of Office has been praised for its realistic portrayal of the American West during the late 1800s and for its exploration of complex moral issues. It is considered one of Hamlin Garland's most important works and a classic of American literature.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.