David Graham Phillips' "Light-Fingered Gentry" offers a compelling glimpse into the world of capitalists and financiers during the Gilded Age. This literary family saga serves as potent social commentary, exploring the lives of the rich and the intricate dynamics of wealth. Delving into themes of capitalism and finance, the novel paints a portrait of an era defined by ambition and societal change.
A meticulously prepared republication of a historical text, this edition presents a timeless narrative of family life interwoven with the complexities of the business world. Readers interested in literary fiction, family sagas, and management science will find enduring value in this exploration of ambition, wealth, and the American dream. "Light-Fingered Gentry" remains a relevant and insightful commentary on the pursuit of fortune and its impact on society.
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