A Man and His Money by Frederic Stewart Isham
"A Man and His Money" by Frederic Stewart Isham is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to center around the character Horatio Heatherbloom, a man who has recently encountered a series of misfortunes, as he navigates his way through the complexities of life and the pursuit of work, following a past that heavily influences his current situation. The book introduces a variety of characters, including the rather
disdainful proprietor of a music store, Kerry Mackintosh, who reluctantly employs Heatherbloom, indicating themes of struggle and the quest for redemption. The opening of the novel presents Heatherbloom entering a shabby music establishment, seeking employment. The interaction between him and Mr. Mackintosh reveals both Heatherbloom's desperation and the proprietor’s brusque demeanor as they engage in a banter that highlights Heatherbloom's uncertain position and underlying worth. Their conversation leads to a somewhat absurd situation where Heatherbloom is asked to sing for a chance at work, underscoring the precariousness of his circumstances. From the outset, the narrative suggests a blend of humor and pathos, focusing on Heatherbloom's efforts to reestablish himself amidst a backdrop of colorful and eccentric characters. The themes of identity, societal perceptions, and the often-bleak humor of circumstance are set in motion, hinting at the transformative journey that lies ahead for the protagonist. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Isham, Frederic Stewart, 1866-1922 |
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| Title | A Man and His Money |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Rescues -- Fiction |
| Subject | Kidnapping -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10402 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 116 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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