A witty, character-driven set of tales about money, society, and the people who chase both.
In this collection, Merriman sketches social types from wealth and status to domestic life. The stories hinge on family dynamics, marriage, and the ways money shapes respect, desire, and duty. The tone blends humor with a quiet, elegiac look at the ambitions and frailties of modern life.
Expect sharply drawn portraits: the old-money patriarch, the glamorous but calculating wife, the ambitious son, and the small-town folks who judge—and are judged by—the world of privilege. Across settings from drawing rooms to the countryside, the characters reveal how wealth and class influence choices, loyalties, and happiness.
Ideal for readers who enjoy nuanced character study and period drama that quietly probes the costs of wealth.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a series of character studies that explore the complexities of human nature through the lens of various character types. The author delves into the motivations, desires, and struggles of individuals from all walks of life, showcasing their triumphs and vulnerabilities. From the wealthy money-spinner to the humble nurse, the vain socialite to the hardworking laborer, each character serves as a mirror reflecting the human condition. Through their stories, the author explores themes of love, loss, ambition, greed, and the enduring power of the human spirit. These character studies provide a rich tapestry of insights into the human psyche, offering readers a profound understanding of the universal experiences that bind us together. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331655756_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331655756
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