Money Maker

Money Maker: Or The Victory Of The Basilisk is a novel written by Oliver Optic and published in 1873. The story follows the life of a young man named George Randolph, who inherits a large sum of money from his father. With his newfound wealth, George sets out to make a name for himself in the business world and becomes a successful entrepreneur.However, George's success is not without its challenges. He faces competition from other businessmen, as well as personal struggles with his own morality and the temptation to use his wealth for selfish gain. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a love interest named Fanny, who provides him with support and guidance.The novel is set against the backdrop of the Gilded Age, a time of great economic growth and prosperity in the United States. It explores themes of wealth, power, and morality, and offers a glimpse into the world of business during this period. Overall, Money Maker: Or The Victory Of The Basilisk is a compelling tale of ambition, love, and the pursuit of success.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.