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Golden Hill
Book • 2016
Francis Spufford's "Golden Hill" is a historical fiction novel set in 18th-century New York.
The story follows a mysterious Englishman who arrives in the city with a large sum of money and a secret past.
He navigates the complexities of colonial society, encountering diverse characters and engaging in various schemes.
The novel explores themes of identity, ambition, and the moral ambiguities of the era.
Spufford's writing is known for its wit and sharp observations of human nature.
The story follows a mysterious Englishman who arrives in the city with a large sum of money and a secret past.
He navigates the complexities of colonial society, encountering diverse characters and engaging in various schemes.
The novel explores themes of identity, ambition, and the moral ambiguities of the era.
Spufford's writing is known for its wit and sharp observations of human nature.
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Mentioned by Sam Brigger as one of Francis Spufford's highly praised earlier novels set in 18th‑century New York.
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