The Sixty-First Second - Johnson, Owen
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The sixty-first second presents a story of ambition, power, and moral conflict set during a time of looming financial disaster. Against this backdrop, two rival leaders of trust companies find their lives intertwined through personal and professional tensions. The narrative explores the high-stakes environment of finance, highlighting the pressures and ethical dilemmas that arise when fortunes and reputations are on the line. The early portion of the novel immerses readers in a scene of social intrigue at a New York apartment, where a missing ruby ring sets off a psychological drama that…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
The sixty-first second presents a story of ambition, power, and moral conflict set during a time of looming financial disaster. Against this backdrop, two rival leaders of trust companies find their lives intertwined through personal and professional tensions. The narrative explores the high-stakes environment of finance, highlighting the pressures and ethical dilemmas that arise when fortunes and reputations are on the line. The early portion of the novel immerses readers in a scene of social intrigue at a New York apartment, where a missing ruby ring sets off a psychological drama that forces guests to confront uncomfortable truths. The suspense intensifies as the group is drawn into a test of character, exposing underlying tensions and hidden motives. Through a blend of personal crisis and public turmoil, the novel examines trust, betrayal, and the fragile nature of human integrity. The unfolding events invite readers to reflect on how individuals navigate ambition and morality during moments of extreme pressure, creating a compelling portrait of human behavior in times of uncertainty.
Autorenporträt
Owen McMahon Johnson was an American author known for capturing the spirit of youth and the complexities of personal development through fiction. Born on August 27, 1878, in New York City to Robert Underwood Johnson and Katherine McMahon Johnson, he developed an early interest in storytelling, later becoming widely recognized for his series of Lawrenceville Stories. These works focused on the character Dink Stover and were set in a prestigious prep school, offering insight into educational environments and the formative experiences of adolescence. Johnson's writing reflected a blend of humor, social observation, and psychological insight, often comparing favorably to works by contemporaries such as Rudyard Kipling. His exploration of character growth, especially within elite academic and social settings, gained popularity for its authenticity and narrative charm. Although he ventured into other genres, his legacy rests largely on his vivid portrayal of young characters navigating authority, friendship, and identity. Johnson remained active in literary and cultural circles throughout his life, publishing novels and articles that highlighted American values and individual dilemmas. He died on January 27, 1952, in Vineyard Haven, Massachusetts, leaving behind a body of work noted for its focus on growth, social interaction, and moral inquiry.