My Wife's Relations: A Story of Pigland is a satirical novel written by H. A. H. and originally published in 1884. The story follows the adventures of a man named John who marries a woman from a family of pigs. John quickly learns that his new in-laws are not like any other family he has encountered before. They are rude, greedy, and obsessed with money. Despite his discomfort, John tries to make the best of the situation and even helps his wife's family with their business ventures. However, things take a turn for the worse when John's own family gets involved and tries to take advantage of the situation. The novel is a commentary on the greed and materialism of society, and the absurdity of social conventions. It also touches on themes of love, family, and the importance of staying true to oneself. My Wife's Relations: A Story of Pigland is a humorous and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on the human condition.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.
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