The Golden Block (1918)

The Golden Block is a novel written by Sophie Kerr and published in 1918. The story is set in the bustling city of New York during the early 20th century and revolves around the lives of two families - the Hancocks and the Masons. The Hancocks are a wealthy family who own a department store called The Golden Block, which is the heart of the city's shopping district. The patriarch of the family, John Hancock, is a shrewd businessman who is determined to keep his store at the top of the retail game. His daughter, Mary, is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is engaged to the ambitious and charming Jack Mason.The Masons are a well-respected family in New York society, but they are not as wealthy as the Hancocks. Jack is determined to make a name for himself and sees his engagement to Mary as a way to gain access to her father's business connections. However, he soon realizes that he has fallen in love with Mary and must choose between his ambition and his heart.As the story unfolds, the lives of the two families become intertwined in unexpected ways. Secrets are revealed, rivalries are formed, and alliances are tested. The Golden Block becomes the center of a power struggle that threatens to tear the families apart. The Golden Block is a compelling story of love, ambition, and betrayal set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America. It is a timeless tale that explores the complexities of human relationships and the pursuit of success in a world where money and power reign supreme.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.