Mr. Crewe's Career — Complete

Winston ChurchillProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

3.6

Word count: 935K words
Chapters: 94

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Mr. Crewe's Career — Complete by Winston ChurchillAuthor: Churchill, Winston, 1871-1947,Language: English, Class: PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature, Release Date: Oct 16, 2004

Editor's review

This is the complete edition of the novel by the American author Winston Churchill (not to be confused with the British statesman of the same name), a work of political and social fiction within the American literary tradition. The novel follows Mr. Crewe's political career, using satire to observe business–government relations, the workings of public opinion, and personal ambition; the dialogue is lively and the plot has the socially critical quality of late nineteenth-century American fiction. The complete edition retains all chapters, making it easier to grasp the narrative structure and the character arc. Its pleasure lies in watching an ambitious man manoeuvre on the public stage, and it also serves as a literary sample for understanding the political ecology of America's Gilded Age. However, it is long and set in an unfamiliar era, so it is best read with questions in mind rather than for easy entertainment.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers who enjoy late nineteenth-century American social and political novels
Those interested in business–government relations and the workings of public opinion
Literary lovers willing to read a full-length novel and analyse character arcs

Not a good fit for

Casual readers looking only for light romance or adventure
Those completely unfamiliar with American historical background and unwilling to look things up

Reading tips

First learn about the political background of the Gilded Age in America, then enter the character relationships.
Make a character map chapter by chapter to track Crewe's political fortunes.
Pay attention to dialogue and satirical details; after reading, compare with contemporary works.

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FAQ

Is the author the British Prime Minister Churchill?

No. The author of this book, Winston Churchill (1871–1947), is an American novelist, who shares the name of the British statesman Winston Churchill but is not the same person. Note the distinction while reading, and avoid confusing the novel's content with the British statesman's experiences.

Is this book the complete edition or an excerpt?

The material states it is the complete edition, containing all chapters. The complete edition helps in grasping the overall narrative structure and the direction of the characters' fates, but it is long, so it is advisable to set a weekly reading plan rather than reading in scattered skips.

Do I need to know American history first to read this book?

It helps somewhat. The novel involves business–government relations, public opinion, and political career manoeuvring, and understanding the late nineteenth-century American political and social background lowers the barrier to understanding. If the background is unfamiliar, you can first read a brief historical overview, then enter the text.

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About the author

Winston Churchill Author · American · 1871–1947

Winston Churchill (1871–1947) was a bestselling American novelist. Born in St. Louis and a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, he died in Florida in 1947. A prolific writer, he is represented here by 64 works. He is best known for historical and political novels that weave real historical settings and political issues into the lives of individuals, with solid plotting and characters marked by a strong sense of their era. His representative works include Richard Carvel, The Crisis, and The Crossing, as well as Mr. Crewe's Career, Coniston, The Inside of the Cup, and The Celebrity. His fiction often engages with social change and political life, and holds a place in American popular historical fiction. Public information on his early life and literary career is limited; this introduction is based mainly on the key facts of his life and an overview of his works.