The Highflyers (1919)

The Highflyers is a novel written by Clarence Budington Kelland and published in 1919. The story follows the lives of two young men, Jack and Bob, who are determined to make it big in the world of finance. They both come from humble beginnings and have to work hard to climb the social ladder and achieve their dreams.The novel is set in the early 20th century and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of high finance and stock market speculation. Jack and Bob are both ambitious and driven, but they have very different personalities. Jack is the more cautious of the two, always carefully analyzing the market and making calculated risks. Bob, on the other hand, is impulsive and prone to taking big risks.As the two young men rise through the ranks of the financial world, they encounter a variety of challenges and obstacles. They also meet a number of interesting characters, including a wealthy businessman who takes them under his wing and teaches them the ins and outs of the stock market.Throughout the novel, Kelland explores themes of ambition, greed, and the corrupting influence of money. He also provides a fascinating look at the world of finance during a time of great economic upheaval and change.Overall, The Highflyers is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the world of finance and the people who inhabit it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of finance and the stock market.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.