Dora Barton, The Bankers Ward

Dora Barton, The Bankers Ward: A Tale Of Real Life In New York (1860) is a novel written by Charles Burdett. The book tells the story of Dora Barton, a young woman who is taken in by a wealthy banker and his family after she is orphaned. Dora is grateful for the kindness shown to her by the banker and his wife, but soon realizes that their world is vastly different from the one she grew up in.As Dora becomes more involved with the banker's family, she uncovers secrets and scandals that threaten to destroy their reputation and their wealth. The novel explores themes of class, wealth, and morality, as Dora struggles to navigate the complex social hierarchy of New York's elite.Throughout the book, Burdett paints a vivid picture of life in 19th century New York, with detailed descriptions of the city's architecture, fashion, and social customs. The novel also features a cast of colorful characters, including scheming socialites, ambitious businessmen, and hardworking immigrants.Overall, Dora Barton, The Bankers Ward: A Tale Of Real Life In New York (1860) is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the complexities of life in 19th century America.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.