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Mr. Prohack
Hardcover
HumorGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023141116
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 444
Weight: 1.75
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
E. Arnold Bennett's Mr. Prohack is a delightful satire on wealth and its discontents, offering a humorous social commentary on English society. When an unassuming civil servant suddenly finds himself in possession of a considerable fortune, his life is upended in ways he never imagined. Bennett's witty narrative explores the challenges and absurdities that come with newfound riches, revealing the complexities of human nature and societal values.
This meticulously prepared edition allows readers to rediscover Bennett's sharp observations and enduring humor. Mr. Prohack remains a timeless exploration of the impact of wealth and the foibles of human behavior, making it a rewarding read for anyone interested in classic English satire and literary fiction.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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