Jacob's Ladder

by E Phillips Oppenheim

Overview

Jacob's ladder is a novel that explores the dramatic transformation of a man who faces financial ruin and personal humiliation after filing for bankruptcy. The protagonist, struggling with feelings of worthlessness and social isolation, grapples with the aftermath of his disgrace. He faces disdain from former acquaintances and is publicly humiliated by a creditor, all while enduring a lonely and uncomfortable existence. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he inherits a fortune two years later. This sudden windfall provides him with the opportunity to rebuild his life, restore his dignity, and confront those who once scorned him. The novel delves into the complexities of social dynamics, identity, and redemption as Jacob re-enters a society that had previously cast him out. His journey of self-discovery and the process of reclaiming his place in the world form the core of the narrative, highlighting themes of resilience and the human desire for validation and respect.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789371135740
Publisher:	Double 9 Books
Publication date:	05/01/2025
Pages:	188
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.43(d)

About the Author

Edward Phillips Oppenheim was an English author who lived from October 22, 1866, to February 3, 1946. He wrote a lot of best-selling genre fiction with glamorous characters, international drama, and fast-paced action. They were popular forms of fun because they were easy to read. In 1927, he was on the cover of Time magazine. Edward Phillips Oppenheim was born in Tottenham, London, on October 22, 1866. His parents were Henrietta Susannah Temperley Budd and a leather merchant named Edward John Oppenheim. He went to Wyggeston Grammar School until the sixth form in 1883, but had to quit because his family couldn't afford it. For almost twenty years, he worked in his father's business. His father helped pay for the release of his first book, which did just enough to cover its costs. It was under the name "Anthony Partridge" that he released five of his books from 1908 to 1912.