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Safe in the Arms of Croesus

Safe in the Arms of Croesus

Wister, Owen

Hardcover

Literary Criticism20th Century United States HistoryGeneral Sociology

ISBN10: 1025964322
ISBN13: 9781025964324
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 378
Weight: 1.55
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Safe in the Arms of Croesus is a thought-provoking exploration of American life and culture during the late 1920s. Written by the acclaimed author of The Virginian, Owen Wister, this work serves as a sharp social commentary on the state of the United States as it neared the end of a decade of unprecedented economic growth and cultural transformation. Through Wister's keen observation, the book examines the influence of wealth-personified by the legendary King Croesus-on the American psyche and the nation's traditional values.

Wister discusses the shifts in social standards, the impact of industrialization, and the evolving character of the American people. He contrasts the rugged individualism of the past with the burgeoning materialism of the present, offering a critical look at the direction in which the country was headed. Safe in the Arms of Croesus is an essential read for those interested in the historical perspective of early 20th-century American society and the literary voice of one of its most prominent figures. This work provides valuable insight into the anxieties and hopes of an era defined by both prosperity and profound change.

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