The Apex (1903) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781165658602 : 1165658607 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Apex is a novel written by Thomas B. Gould and published in 1903. The story centers around a young man named John Walden, who is determined to achieve success and rise to the top of society. He starts out as a clerk in a law firm, but quickly realizes that he needs to take more risks and make bold moves in order to achieve his goals.As John climbs the ladder of success, he becomes increasingly ruthless and manipulative. He is willing to do whatever it takes to get ahead, even if it means betraying his friends and colleagues. Along the way, he becomes involved in a love triangle with two women, one of whom is a socialite and the other a working-class girl.The Apex explores themes of ambition, greed, and the corrupting influence of power. It provides a vivid portrait of turn-of-the-century America, with its rapidly changing social and economic landscape. The novel offers a cautionary tale about the da