Publisher's Synopsis

Gigolo is a novel written by Edna Ferber and published in 1922. The story follows the life of a young man named Rex Tamworth, who is a gigolo in New York City. Rex is a charming and handsome man who uses his good looks and charisma to seduce wealthy women and live a life of luxury. However, his life takes a turn when he falls in love with a woman who is not part of his usual clientele. The novel explores themes of love, class, and social status, as well as the consequences of living a life of deception and manipulation. As the story unfolds, Rex must confront the reality of his lifestyle and the choices he has made, ultimately leading to a dramatic and unexpected ending. Ferber's writing is praised for its wit, humor, and social commentary, making Gigolo a timeless classic of American literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781163945285
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 300
Weight: 403g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 16mm