The Market Place

The Market Place is a novel by the American author Harold Frederic. It was published in 1899 and is set in the fictional town of Octavius, New York, during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the lives of a group of characters who are connected through their interactions in the local market place. The central character is Bartholomew Prescott, a wealthy businessman who is determined to maintain his social status and reputation in the town. He is married to Mary, a beautiful and...