In the Name of the People

"In the Name of the People" by Arthur W. Marchmont follows Ralph Donnington, an English adventurer, as he journeys to Lisbon seeking both romance with Miralda Dominguez and profitable mining deals in East Africa. His pursuit of love and wealth throws him headfirst into Lisbon's turbulent political scene, where he faces unexpected peril and complex intrigues. The story opens with Ralph's letter to his sister, full of optimism, that quickly descends into chaos when he witnesses a violent street riot. Driven by his desire to find Miralda, Ralph encounters dangerous individuals, including a group holding a woman captive, pulling him deeper into a web of conspiracies, romantic complications, and the growing threat of social unrest that grips the city.