Bøger af Rex Beach

‘The Auction Block’ by Rex Beach is ‘A Novel of New York Night Life’ that will be enjoyed by fans of Truman Capote’s ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’. In this story, Lorelei Knight’s parents are anxious to make their fortune by profiting from her beauty. So, they send her to New York to become a member of a "girl show". The over-indulgent son of a millionaire, Bob Wharton, soon falls in love with Lorelei, and when she learns her father is ill and in need of money, she marries the man for whom she has no love. Bob’s father, however, cuts off his allowance, forcing him to go to work, while Lorelei’s wholesomeness influences him to become a better man. Bob is doing well until Lorelei’s brother leads him to temptation and he slips back into his old ways, and Lorelei begins to consider leaving New York.

‘The Winds of Chance’ by Rex Beach is an adventure novel which tells a fictionalised story of the Gold Rush. Adapted into a silent film of the same name in 1925, the story follows the penniless Pierce Phillips who cannot go seeking gold so instead works packing supplies for the other adventurers. Phillips soon falls in love with Countess Courteau but when he proposes to her he discovers that she already has a husband. Pierce Phillips then joins a travelling show where one member, Laure, falls in love with him. When Phillips pays more attention to Rouletta, a daughter of a gambler, Laure becomes jealous and conspires with Count Courteau, who believes that Phillips is his wife’s lover. Set in Alaska during the Klondike Gold Rush, this novel will be enjoyed by fans of ‘Goldrush: A Real Life Alaskan Adventure’, and ‘The Klondike Gold Rush’.Rex Beach, was an American novelist, playwright, and Olympic water polo player. His novels, most of which were adventure novels, were influenced by Jack London – author of ‘White Fang’ – and they were very popular during the early 1900s. His second novel, ‘The Spoilers’ which was based on a true experience he witnessed while in Alaska of corrupt government officials stealing gold mines from prospectors, became one of the best-selling novels of 1906.

In Rex Beach's ‘The Ne'er-Do-Well’ Kirk Anthony is a rich, playboy who enjoys the lavish lifestyle of expensive dinners, fancy cars, and the New York Night Life, despite his father’s pleas for him to settle down and do some real work. Kirk won’t stop having a good time with his father’s money until one of his drunken friends is persuaded, by a man trying to escape the law, to play a fun ‘trick’ on Kirk. Kirk is kidnapped by his own friends and put on a ship to Panama with no money and the wanted man’s identity. Working to earn his passage home, Kirk is shocked to find that his father is tired of his irresponsible lifestyle and refuses to help him out of this situation. The perfect novel for fans of ‘Windfall’ starring Jason Segal and Jesse Plemons, or ‘All the Money in the World’.Rex Beach, was an American novelist, playwright, and Olympic water polo player. His novels, most of which were adventure novels, were influenced by Jack London – author of ‘White Fang’ – and they were very popular during the early 1900s. His second novel, ‘The Spoilers’ which was based on a true experience he witnessed while in Alaska of corrupt government officials stealing gold mines from prospectors, became one of the best-selling novels of 1906.

‘Rainbow's End’ by Rex Beach is a western, action-adventure novel set to the backdrop of the Spanish-American war that will be enjoyed by fans of ‘Rough Riders’ by Theodore Roosevelt or the film ‘Citizen Kane’. The story tells the tale of a time when young men in the West who were old enough to ride would head to East Texas to join Theodore Roosevelt’s Rough Riders, and assist with the invasion of Cuba. They would ride to glory and return as heroes, but there were very few who would return home to their families. Rex Beach, was an American novelist, playwright, and Olympic water polo player. His novels, most of which were adventure novels, were influenced by Jack London – author of ‘White Fang’ – and they were very popular during the early 1900s. His second novel, ‘The Spoilers’ which was based on a true experience he witnessed while in Alaska of corrupt government officials stealing gold mines from prospectors, became one of the best-selling novels of 1906.

Going Some is a fictional novel written by Rex Beach that showcases many of his classic thoughts consolidated in a single draft at an affordable price so everyone can have an easy access to it. From start to finish, it was galloping, glittering, sparkling delight that was as pure and innocent as a little girl's first laugh. The problem is that the hero has misled his friends into thinking that he is an athlete but, in reality, he has never performed an athletic feat beyond leading the support for others. Some chapters in the novel are interesting and amazing, while others softly creep up on the readers. The characters in the story are so indulging that readers are compelled to continue reading and find out what happened next. The story has lots of twists and turns which engages the reader till the end of the book.

The Net is a fiction novel written by an American Novelist Rex Beach. The Net is a collection of ideas where Sir Beach has attempted to compile many of his classic thoughts consolidated in a single draft and offer them at an affordable price so that everyone can read them. With an eye-catching new cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Net is both modern and readable. The plot has many twists and turns that can engage a reader. This book has been deemed a classic and has been a great collection of amazing thoughts that are well-comprehended to be available for readers. The book is a compendium of ideas delivered by Rex Beach in 1912 that emphasizes his philosophical views on which a movie is made, named as ''Fair Lady''. Readers are compelled to continue reading to find out what happens next since the title character is so indulgent.

"The Winds of Chance," a wonderful tale, is set during the Alaskan Gold Rush. The story revolves around Pierce Phillips' arrival in the Yukon, where he discovers wealth and meets lovely women. Following a false theft accusation, one person protects him, another offers him a "better" job, and the third just could win his affection. The story shows a swirling human tide that continues through Chilikoot Pass, and the wonderful human side of the gold rush are all depicted in Beach's Alaska at their best. Any reader's spirit can be excited in this Alaskan book! Some stories are interesting and amazing, while others can pull you completely in!

The Ne'er-Do-Well is a fictional novel written by Rex Beach. The narrative begins with Kirk Anthony often being asked by his father to sit down to perform some actual job. But Anthony, despite nearly worshiping his strong, successful father, Anthony is enjoying his father's money despite doing something. He enjoys attending posh meals, driving the newest vehicles, and treating his pals to opulent banquets. Suddenly a man on the run from the cops steps in to help. At supper, this man persuades one of Anthony's drunken friends to "play a capital trick" on him--unbeknownst to the friend, the trick lands poor Anthony on a ship with the wanted man's identity and no money. The rich Anthony is drugged and put on a ship to Panama with no clothes or luggage. Then, he had no option but to work on the building of the Panama Canal to earn passage homes. From there all is up to Anthony himself! Can he do good? Can Anthony get an understanding of his responsibilities? How will he survive in this environment?

The Silver Hordes is an action and adventurous book written by Rex Beach. The story revolves around Boyd Emerson, a former football star who is diligent, and honorable and has attempted but failed at numerous business endeavors in an effort to win the hand of his affluent lady love, but misfortune always seems to follow him. He is currently attempting salmon fishing to make a fortune. Along with his unusual companions, Boyd, and his dog team are nearly freezing to death but are savagely rejected at every cabin until they meet a young businesswoman's nug. This woman does everything in her ability to support Boyd's success. But, how will Boyd get successful to build a business? Will he be able to marry his ladylove? What will happen to Salmon's business? Will Boyd take his business to the next level? To get answers to these questions, readers should go through this amazing novel by Rex Beach!

The crimson Gardenia is an entertaining collection of classic western short stories by Rex Beach. In the collection, there are stories about survival in the storm at sea and the storm of life. This collection of stories by Rex Beach attempts to compile many of his classic thoughts consolidated in a single draft and offer them at an affordable price so that everyone can read them. Some stories are interesting and amazing, while others can draw you completely into the it. With an eye-catching cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Crimson Gardenia is both modern and readable. This story has so many twists and turns that can engage readers of any age. This book has been deemed a classic and has been a great collection of ideas that are comprehended into a single draft.

Laughing Bill Hyde is a fictional novel written by novelist Rex Beach. The book is a collection of author's classic thoughts compiled in a single draft so that it can be easily accessible for readers. Some of the chapters in the novel are interesting and amazing, while others might create panic and thrill among the readers. The characters of the novel are so indulging that compels the readers to find out what happens next. The twists and turns in the plot forces the reader to read the complete novel. This edition of Laughing Bill Hyde is now available in new eye catching cover and professionally typeset manuscript which makes this book both modern and readable. Rex Beach's has penned down his ideas which can read by readers of all age groups.

The Auction Block is a fictional novel written by Rex Beach. The plot revolves around Bob Wharton, who marries Lorelei Knight, a beauty queen, only to later spend their honeymoon in the arms of Bernice Lane. As Lorelei leaves him alone to go home, her husband pursues her in an effort to win her back. The chapters in the book are so interesting that they will drive the readers in. Rex Beach has beautifully consolidated his ideas into a single draft and presented them to the readers. With twists and turns the novel influences readers to turn pages. With an eye-catching cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Auction Block is both modern and readable.

The Iron Trail is a romantic and exciting adventurous book by Rex Beach based in Alaska then moves forward to business and politics. The "Irish Prince," Murray O'Neil, will be introduced to you in this tale. He intends to construct a railway between two glaciers up the Salmon River into Alaska, a gigantic feat of engineering against fierce competition and with no assistance from the federal government. In his vision of building a railway, O'Neil meets with a young woman whom he saves from a shipwreck. This angle will build a romantic connection in this story and later a business and political nature will develop. But, How will O'Neil build a railway? Will he get successful? If he will be successful then, what will happen to his love? Are they going to be together in the future? To find answers to these questions, readers should go through the unique collection of ideas by Rex Beach!

"Rainbow's End" is an adventure novel with the Spanish-American War as its backdrop. This thrilling story is set in Cuba during that country's battle for freedom from Spain. It has unique characters, a heartbreaking yet amazing love story, and a quest for an undiscovered treasure. Some chapters of the novel are interesting while others can create panic among the readers. The title character is so indulging that he compels the reader to read the entire story. The twist and turn in the plot thrills the reader and forces the reader to turn pages. This edition of Rainbow's End has an eye-catching cover and a professionally typeset manuscript that is both modern and readable.

Flowing Gold is a fictional novel written by Rex Beach. The story is about Calvin Gray, who is a smooth, intelligent, smart, and energetic con man. He is sincere, honorable, and always follows the law. He finds himself in Dallas during the oil boom without a dime to his name, but he nevertheless eats at the finest restaurants and stays in the Governor's suite at the most expensive hotel. He compensates for his lack of money by making friends where it benefits. Although being a con man, Calvin has a history of being falsely accused, dishonorable military records, and successful business dealings that have made him a well-known and adored resident of Dallas and the surrounding areas. Flowing Gold is a story of achievement, careless spending of money, gaining confidence, unwavering support, and revenge. The story has lots of twists and turns that can engage a reader.

Heart Of The Sunset is a fictional novel written by Rex Beach. The novel is set in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and northern Mexico. The plot contains plenty of "bad men" in it, as well as a strong and brave Texas Ranger and a beautiful love interest. With amazing characters and beautiful descriptions of the setting, it is a brilliantly told story of the old west. While some of the book's chapters are fascinating and fantastic, others gradually creep in for the readers. The story's characters are so affluent that readers are driven to read on to learn what happens next. The plot includes several unexpected turns that keep the reader engaged until the very conclusion of the book.