The Great Mistake

Name: The Great Mistake
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781783786251
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By Jonathan Lee

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The Great Mistake by Jonathan Lee is a captivating story that delves into the life of Andrew Haswell Green, an influential yet forgotten figure in New York's history. Set against the backdrop of the burgeoning metropolis entering the 20th century, it explores Green's dedication to urban development and personal struggles. The narrative weaves through his life's accomplishments and the mysterious circumstances surrounding his untimely death.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to intricately woven tales that unravel fascinating historical mysteries with an engaging narrative. The story dives deep into the life of a determined individual who impacts a city's landscape, making it a captivating read for those interested in character-driven plots with rich historical context and emotional depth.

Set at the turn of the 20th century, the story of the father of New York City, his mysterious assassination and his hidden life, for fans of Golden Hill and Kavalier and Clay.

Set at the turn of the 20th century, the story of the father of New York City, his mysterious assassination and his hidden life, for fans of Golden Hill and Kavalier and Clay

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Andrew Haswell Green was a self-made man. Born to a struggling farming family in 1820, he went on to reshape New York into a modern metropolis. Now, at the age of eighty-three, he lies murdered, a secret locked within him that may finally break free.

As the detective assigned to the case traces his ghost across the city, other spectres appear. Among them is an ambitious politician, Samuel, whose relationship with Green was a source of joy and frustration, yearning and devotion.

As restlessly inventive and absorbing as its protagonist, The Great Mistake is the story of a city transformed, and a singular man: the father of New York.

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The Great Mistake by Jonathan Lee is praised for its evocative portrayal of 19th-century New York, blending elements of mystery and historical fiction to craft a rich narrative. Reviewers commend the novel's elegant prose and deep emotional awareness, drawing comparisons to the writing style of Henry James. It captures the complex personal and public life of its central character, offering readers a compelling and finely tuned story that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783786251

Publisher: Granta Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Granta Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 215g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Jonathan Lee is the author of the novels High Dive - a New York Times bestseller - Joy and Who is Mr Satoshi? He has been shortlisted for the Edinburgh Festival First Book Award the Desmond Elliott Prize for literature, and longlisted for the Sunday Times Short Story Award. Born in the UK, he now lives in New York.