The Vulgarity Of Wealth

By Marie Corelli

Book Overview

The Vulgarity of Wealth is a novel written by Marie Corelli, first published in 1894. The story revolves around the life of a wealthy man named Sir Charles Dyce, who is a successful businessman and a member of high society. Despite his wealth and status, Sir Charles is unhappy and unfulfilled, and he begins to question the emptiness of his life. As the story progresses, Sir Charles meets a young woman named Syrlin, who is a talented artist and a member of the lower class. Despite their differences in social status, the two develop a deep and meaningful relationship, and Sir Charles begins to see the world in a new light. The novel explores themes of class, wealth, and societal expectations, and it offers a critique of the excesses of the upper class. It also highlights the importance of love, creativity, and human connection in a world that often values material possessions above all else. Overall, The Vulgarity of Wealth is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a powerful message about the true meaning of wealth and happiness.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Free Opinions Freely Expressed on Certain Phases of Modern Social Life and Conduct, by Marie Corelli. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564597407.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: 1162847751
• ISBN13: 9781162847757
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"