Dollars Or Sense? A Tale Of Everyday Life In England And America (1886)
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""Dollars Or Sense? A Tale Of Everyday Life In England And America"" is a novel written by Arthur Louis and published in 1886. The story revolves around the lives of two families, one in England and one in America, and their struggles with money and social status. The English family, the Mores, are wealthy but have fallen on hard times due to their extravagant lifestyle. The American family, the Smiths, are hardworking and frugal but struggle to make ends meet. The two families become intertwined when the Mores travel to America in search of a wealthy husband for their daughter, and the Smiths become their hosts. The novel explores themes of class, wealth, and the differences between American and English society. Through the characters' experiences, the reader is invited to consider the question of whether it is better to prioritize financial gain or personal fulfillment in life. Overall, ""Dollars Or Sense? A Tale Of Everyday Life In England And America"" is a thought-provoking and entertaining novel that offers insight into the social norms and values of the late 19th century.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781164623472
- ISBN-10: 1164623478
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.79 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.12 pounds
- Page Count: 382
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