Old Forty Dollars (1916)

""Old Forty Dollars"" is a novel written by Frank Wing and published in 1916. The story revolves around a man named John Markham, who is known as ""Old Forty Dollars"" because of his habit of giving away that amount of money to anyone who asks for it. Markham is a wealthy and respected member of his community, but his generosity has caused him to become a target for those who seek to take advantage of him.The novel explores themes of greed, kindness, and the consequences of one's actions. Markham's generosity is both a blessing and a curse, as it attracts both genuine gratitude and insincere flattery. As the story progresses, Markham must navigate a series of challenges and betrayals, including a fraudulent investment scheme and a romantic entanglement with a woman who may not have his best interests at heart.Throughout the novel, Wing paints a vivid picture of life in early 20th-century America, with detailed descriptions of the landscape, culture, and social norms of the time. The characters are well-drawn and complex, with their motivations and personalities driving the plot forward.Overall, ""Old Forty Dollars"" is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human nature and the power of generosity.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.