Arcadian Adventures With the Idle Rich (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781022918351)

Stephen Leacock's "Arcadian Adventures With the Idle Rich" is a sharp and witty satire on wealth and capitalism. This collection of short stories casts a critical yet humorous eye on the lives of the idle rich and the financial world they inhabit. Leacock, a master of satire, exposes the absurdities and excesses of a society obsessed with money and status.

Through keen observation and clever prose, the author dissects the culture of capitalists and financiers, offering a timeless commentary on social and economic inequality. "Arcadian Adventures With the Idle Rich" remains a relevant and insightful exploration of the human condition, presented with a generous dose of humor. This meticulously prepared print edition offers a fresh opportunity to experience Leacock's enduring masterpiece. A classic work of humorous fiction and social observation.

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Author: Stephen Leacock
ISBN-10: 1022918354
ISBN-13: 9781022918351
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Language: English
Published: 03/28/2025
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.47lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.31d