"John Marsh's Millions" by Charles Klein is a story set in early 20th century New York, exploring themes of wealth, lies, and family ties after the death of John Marsh and the unveiling of his inheritance. The narrative highlights the contrast between the honest John and his less reputable brother, Jimmy, whose hopes of inheriting a fortune are suddenly in reach. The story follows Paula Marsh, John's daughter, as she enters this world of hidden agendas to claim what is hers, setting her on a collision course with Jimmy and other family members seeking to benefit from the inheritance, all while she grapples with societal expectations.
John Marsh's Millions
By Charles Klein
A daughter's unexpected inheritance threatens to upend her uncle's greedy schemes and expose a web of family secrets.
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About the AuthorCharles Klein was an English-born playwright and actor who emigrated to America in 1883. After moving to New York City in 1883, Klein began acting. He began writing by 1890, soon working for producer Charles Frohman. Among his works was the libretto of John Philip Sousa's operetta, El Capitan (1896). He wrote melodrama and dramatic plays in the first 15 years of the 20th century.
Charles Klein was an English-born playwright and actor who emigrated to America in 1883. After moving to New York City in 1883, Klein began acting. He began writing by 1890, soon working for producer Charles Frohman. Among his works was the libretto of John Philip Sousa's operetta, El Capitan (1896). He wrote melodrama and dramatic plays in the first 15 years of the 20th century.
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