A Far Country
'A Far Country' Summary
A Far Country is a novel by Winston Churchill, first published in 1915. It tells the story of Hugh Paret, a young man who comes to America from England with big dreams and a strong moral compass. But as he rises through the ranks of the corporate world, he finds himself increasingly compromised by the demands of his job.
The Main Story:
The novel begins with Hugh Paret arriving in New York City with his mother. He is a young man with a bright future ahead of him. He is intelligent, ambitious, and hardworking. He quickly rises through the ranks of the corporate world, becoming a successful lawyer.
However, as Hugh's success grows, so does his ambition. He becomes increasingly ruthless in his pursuit of power and wealth. He is willing to do whatever it takes to get ahead, even if it means compromising his principles.
This conflict between Hugh's ambition and his moral compass comes to a head when he is offered a job at a corrupt law firm. The job would give him the power and wealth he has always craved, but it would also require him to do things that he knows are wrong.
In the end, Hugh makes a choice that will have a profound impact on his life. He chooses to walk away from the job, even though it means giving up his dream of success.
Conclusion:
A Far Country is a novel about the corrupting influence of power. It shows how even the most idealistic people can be tempted to compromise their principles when they are presented with the opportunity to achieve great success. The novel is also a cautionary tale about the dangers of ambition. When ambition becomes too strong, it can lead people to do things that they would never do otherwise.
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Winston Churchill
United Kingdom
Sir Winston Leonard Spencer Churchill was a British statesman who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1940 to 1945, during the Second World War, and again from 1951 to 1955. Although b...
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