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The Poor Man
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ISBN13: 9781023502795
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 130
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.28 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Stella Benson's The Poor Man offers a poignant and satirical glimpse into the lives touched by poverty in early 20th-century California. This meticulously prepared edition of a British author's work explores themes of social inequality with a sharp wit and keen observation. The novel paints a vivid picture of a specific time and place, offering compelling social commentary that resonates even today. The Poor Man examines the human condition with both compassion and unflinching honesty. Readers interested in classic British literature, social issues, or stories set against the backdrop of California will find this work a thought-provoking and enduring read. A vital addition to any collection of world literature, this book illuminates the challenges faced by those on the margins of society, making it a powerful and timeless exploration of poverty and its impact.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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