A Certain Rich Man - Allen White, William
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A rare window into an American conscience, sharpened by wit and searing observation. A Certain Rich Man reveals the moral weather of a rising nation with the bite of a late nineteenth¿ and early twentieth¿century satire, inviting readers to look at wealth, status, and power with clear-eyed candour. This classic, written in a voice reminiscent of mark twain and echoing the social critique of american fiction, blends warmth and irony to illuminate how class and society shape choices, loyalties, and dreams. The form is crisp, accessible storytelling that travels from intimate rooms to wider…mehr

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A rare window into an American conscience, sharpened by wit and searing observation. A Certain Rich Man reveals the moral weather of a rising nation with the bite of a late nineteenth¿ and early twentieth¿century satire, inviting readers to look at wealth, status, and power with clear-eyed candour. This classic, written in a voice reminiscent of mark twain and echoing the social critique of american fiction, blends warmth and irony to illuminate how class and society shape choices, loyalties, and dreams. The form is crisp, accessible storytelling that travels from intimate rooms to wider public life, making it a compelling read for both casual readers and classic¿literature collectors. Its themes-wealth and morality, midwest america sensibilities, gilded age pressures, and the tension between individual aspiration and communal responsibility-are as resonant today as they were a generation ago. It sits comfortably on a college reading list and sparks thoughtful discussion in book clubs alike. A note on literary and historical significance: this is an emblem of early twentieth¿century social satire, a touchstone for discussions of american social critique, and a bridge to Edith Wharton fiction and a distinctly American tradition. Selling points: Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure.
Autorenporträt
William Allen White (1868-1944) emerged as an influential American journalist, newspaper editor, and author whose work reflected the changing dynamics of the early twentieth century United States. Born in Emporia, Kansas, White gained national recognition as the owner and editor of the Emporia Gazette. His astute and accessible editorials brought rural perspectives to the larger conversation on American politics and society, earning him a place among the era's notable public intellectuals. A prolific writer, White authored several books that blend his journalistic acuity with rich storytelling. Among his works, 'A Certain Rich Man' (1909) stands out for its exploration of the consequences of wealth and power in a rapidly industrializing America. The novel articulates themes of morality versus materialism, a cultural critique that embodied the progressive spirit of the age. White's literary style often melded sharp social commentary with a deep empathy for his characters, attributes that garnered both critical and popular success. His contributions to literature and journalism were recognized when he was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for his biography 'Woodrow Wilson - The Man, His Times and His Task' (1925) and notably, posthumously, for his autobiography. White's legacy is cemented not only by his written work but also by his dedication to social progress and free speech, which continues to be honored by the William Allen White Award for outstanding children's books, established after his death.