Books matching: wealth driven corruption
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Save:In Paris Trout by Pete Dexter, the story unfolds in Cotton Point, Georgia, focusing on the loathsome character of Paris Trout, a white businessman who commits a heinous act by murdering a 14-year-old African American girl in a racially charged incident. The book delves into the depravity of Trout and the impact it has on those around him, portraying the dark and disturbing nature of his descent into madness and violence. Through multiple perspectives, including the girl he killed, his lawyer, his wife, and other supporting characters, Dexter paints a realistic portrait of the redneck Georgia setting in the 1950s, exploring themes of racism, violence, and human nature.
The news that Paris Trout had shot two colored females in Indian Heights came to Harry Seagraves from the police chief, Hubert Norland. Seagraves kept Chief Norland on a small retainer for just that s... - #2
Save:'The Plot to Seize the White House' by Jules Archer delves into the shocking true story of a conspiracy to overthrow FDR, led by wealthy plutocrats aiming to install a fascist government in the United States. Through a detailed examination of General Smedly Butler's heroic exploits and courageous stand against corruption and hypocrisy, the book serves as a warning against the dangers of wealth-driven corruption and criminality. Archer's narrative highlights Butler's unwavering commitment to upholding The Bill of Rights and his pivotal role in exposing the fascist plot to seize power.
Butler's involvement in the coup, his testimony at a secret congressional committee meeting, and the subsequent investigative journalism that uncovered the truth behind the conspiracy form a riveting storyline that showcases Butler's resilience and determination to thwart the sinister plans of the plotters. Archer masterfully weaves together historical events, Butler's military career, and the clash between power-hungry elites and the principles of democracy, creating a compelling narrative that sheds light on a dark chapter in American history.
Perspiring on the raw-wood platform in the broiling heat of a July day in Washington, Major General Smedley Darlington Butler, retired, took off his coat, rolled up his sleeves, and opened his collar....
