Publisher's Synopsis
A Man Made Of Money And The Chronicles Of Clovernook is a novel written by British playwright and humorist, Douglas Jerrold, and first published in 1853. The story revolves around a wealthy businessman named Aaron Gurney who is obsessed with money and power. Gurney is a man who has made his fortune through ruthless business practices and has little regard for the feelings and well-being of others.The novel is set in the fictional town of Clovernook, which is populated by a cast of colorful characters, including the kind-hearted Reverend Abel Beechcroft and his family, as well as the scheming and conniving lawyer, Mr. Titmouse. The story follows the lives of these characters as they navigate the social and economic landscape of Clovernook, and the influence of Gurney on their lives.As the novel progresses, Gurney's greed and ambition lead to his downfall, and the people of Clovernook are left to pick up the pieces. The Chronicles of Clovernook, which make up the second half of the book, are a series of short stories that further explore the lives and struggles of the town's inhabitants.A Man Made Of Money And The Chronicles Of Clovernook is a satirical and humorous critique of the Victorian era's obsession with wealth and social status. Jerrold's sharp wit and biting commentary make for an entertaining and thought-provoking read that is still relevant today.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.
