275 pp. Illustrated with black-and-white frontispiece and plates. The book tells the story of a young man named John, who leaves his rural home to become a peddler in the city. John is a hardworking and ambitious individual who is determined to make a name for himself in the world. As he navigates the challenges of being a peddler, John encounters a variety of characters, including other peddlers, wealthy businessmen, and members of the criminal underworld. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about the nature of success and the importance of staying true to oneself. The Peddler: A Novel is a character-driven story that explores themes of ambition, perseverance, and the pursuit of the American Dream.
