Davenport Dunn, a Man of Our Day. Volume 2 (of 2)

"Davenport Dunn, a Man of Our Day" by Charles James Lever is a story set in the 1800s. It's a book about Davenport Dunn, whose world is flipped upside down because of a banking mess and a possible gold rush. The book looks at big ideas like wanting to move up in the world, how social class matters, and the tough parts of relationships when politics and money are shaky. The story kicks off with Dunn and Lady Augusta Arden, who share some words that show they respect but also challenge each other. Then, trouble starts when Dunn learns someone is planning to attack the Ossory Bank, where he's a big shot. People start talking about who is loyal, what others think, and what Dunn owes to everyone because he's successful. Later, at a dinner, people keep chatting about what this bank problem means. All of this shows Dunn is a leader, but he's also struggling with what society wants from him and what he wants for himself. The beginning of the book is like setting up a big fight that will keep the story going forward.