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Tono-Bungay (Cram Edition)
Paperback
General FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781026103012
Publisher: Xpresspress
Published: May 14 2026
Pages: 574
Weight: 1.75
Height: 1.16 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
This XpressRead Cram Edition of Tono-Bungay pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.
H.G. Wells's Tono Bungay offers a sharp social satire set in early 20th century England. This literary classic explores the rise and fall of a family whose fortune is built on the questionable success of a patent medicine. More than just a commentary on the pharmaceutical industry, the novel paints a broad picture of a society grappling with ambition, class, and the changing landscape of Edwardian England. Wells masterfully weaves a historical narrative that resonates with enduring themes of wealth, deception, and the pursuit of the impossible. Tono Bungay remains a powerful and thought-provoking read, offering a glimpse into a bygone era while prompting reflection on the timeless nature of human desires and societal structures. This meticulously prepared print edition brings Wells's compelling vision to life for readers seeking a literary experience that is both engaging and insightful.Also from
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