02496cam a22003253u 4500 10402 UtSlPG 20260610133242.0 m cr n 260607r2003||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Isham, Frederic Stewart, 1866-1922 A Man and His Money Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2003 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2003-12-01 Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "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.) Original publication data not identified Adventure stories Rescues -- Fiction Kidnapping -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10402 51897 51897