The Fourth Estate
by Jeffrey Archer
The Fourth Estate by Jeffrey Archer holds a well received rating of 3.72 out of 5, based on 8.8K reader ratings. First published in 1996. The book spans 742 pages.
About The Fourth Estate
Lubji Hoch survived World War II on luck, guts, and ruthlessness. At the war's end, renamed Richard Armstrong, he buys a floundering newspaper in Berlin and deviously puts his competitors out of business. But it isn't enough. Meanwhile, on the other side of the world, Keith Townsend, the Oxford-educated son of a millionaire newspaper owner, takes over his family's business. His energy and brilliant strategic thinking quickly make him the leading newspaper publisher in Australia. Still, he longs to move on to the world stage.As both Armstrong and Townsend seize control of everything they see, their ambitions collide on a global scale. But suddenly they both find themselves threatened by finicial disaster and enormous debt. Frantic to save his crumbling empire, each man turns desperate. One's quest will lead to triumph, the other's will end in tragedy in this awesome tale of wealth and corruption, desire and destruction.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jeffrey Archer |
| Published | 1996 |
| Pages | 742 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.72 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 8,829 |
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What genre is The Fourth Estate?
The Fourth Estate is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Fourth Estate worth reading?
Based on 8.8K reader ratings, The Fourth Estate has an average score of 3.72 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Fourth Estate?
The Fourth Estate has 742 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Fourth Estate?
The Fourth Estate was written by Jeffrey Archer. It was first published in 1996.
What is the ISBN for The Fourth Estate?
The ISBN-13 for The Fourth Estate is 9780061092040.0.
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