The Mississippi Bubble How the Star of Good Fortune Rose and Set and Rose Again, by a Woman's Grace, for One John Law of Lauriston

"The Mississippi Bubble" by Emerson Hough is a story about John Law of Lauriston, a Scottish gambler and banker. He deals with big historical moments, like the Mississippi Company and the idea of getting rich in America. The book probably has adventure, love stories, and shows how different groups of people got along. Early on in the book some young Englishmen are at a table, one shows off an Indian shoe, which stands for the treasure and strangeness of America. Their chatter brings up thoughts about chances and risks in this fresh place, plus some interest in native women and thoughts on American living. Du Mesne tells about what he's done and what he wants, leading to John Law’s future problems, and getting the feel of the thrills and confusion of discovering new lands and people.