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The Inevitable Millionaires
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HumorClassic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025500119
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 332
Weight: 1.03
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Inevitable Millionaires is a witty and charming social comedy by the prolific E. Phillips Oppenheim. The story centers on two middle-aged bachelor brothers, Stephen and George Henry Underhill, who lead a quiet, frugal existence in London. Their lives are suddenly transformed when they inherit a massive fortune from their late father, tied to a most unusual condition: they must learn how to spend it lavishly and speculatively rather than hoarding it.
As the brothers embark on a series of earnest attempts to be extravagant, they find themselves in a delightful predicament. Whether they are investing in failing theatrical productions, supporting struggling artists, or backing high-risk business ventures, their efforts to lose money consistently result in even greater profits. Oppenheim masterfully explores the irony of their situation, illustrating that for some, financial success is an inescapable fate. Through sharp dialogue and satirical observations of the 1920s social scene, the novel provides an entertaining look at class, character, and the unexpected burdens of sudden riches. The Inevitable Millionaires remains a clever exploration of the financial world and a testament to Oppenheim's versatility as a storyteller beyond the realm of espionage and thrillers.
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