A Man Made Of Money (1849)

By Douglas William Jerrold and John Leech

Book Overview

A Man Made of Money is a novel written by John Leech and published in 1849. The story follows the life of a wealthy businessman named Mr. Briggs, who is obsessed with money and the power it brings. He is so consumed by his wealth that he neglects his family and friends, and becomes isolated from society. However, his life takes a turn when he meets a young woman named Lucy, who teaches him the value of love and friendship. As Mr. Briggs begins to change his ways, he realizes that there is more to life than just money. The novel explores themes of greed, love, and the human condition, and provides a commentary on the social and economic issues of Victorian England. With its engaging plot and well-drawn characters, A Man Made of Money is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166470415
• ISBN13: 9781166470418
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"