The Warden Of Berkingholt Or Rich And Poor (1843)

By Francis Edward Paget

Book Overview

The Warden of Berkingholt or Rich and Poor is a novel written by Francis E. Paget and published in 1843. The story is set in the fictional town of Berkingholt, where a warden named Mr. Maitland is responsible for managing the funds of a charitable foundation that provides housing for the poor. However, when a young lawyer named Mr. Harding becomes involved in the affairs of the foundation, he discovers that the warden is taking a large portion of the funds for himself and his family, leaving the poor residents in dire conditions.As the story unfolds, Mr. Harding must navigate the complex web of relationships and social norms in Berkingholt in order to expose the corruption of the warden and bring justice to the poor. Along the way, he faces opposition from wealthy and influential members of the community who are more concerned with maintaining their own power and privilege than with helping those in need.The Warden of Berkingholt or Rich and Poor is a powerful commentary on social inequality and the corrupting influence of wealth and power. Through its vivid characters and compelling plot, the novel offers a thought-provoking exploration of the moral and ethical issues surrounding charity, justice, and the responsibilities of those in positions of authority.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: 116404740X
• ISBN13: 9781164047407
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"