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_aAlger, Horatio, Jr., _d1832-1899 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aNothing to Do: A Tilt at Our Best Society |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2017 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2017-01-10 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Chris Whitehead, David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"Nothing to Do: A Tilt at Our Best Society" by Jr. Horatio Alger is a satirical poem written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the themes of social class and idleness in American society, particularly focusing on the lives of the wealthy elite. The poem critiques the shallow values and moral shortcomings of those who are privileged without effort, as well as the contrasting experiences of those who work hard to achieve their status. The narrative centers on Augustus Fitz-Herbert, the son of a millionaire, who embodies the arrogance and disdain often associated with the wealthy. He navigates through his life of leisure while reflecting on his family's rise from humble beginnings to high society. Alger paints a picture of a world in which wealth equates to social superiority, yet questions the merit of such distinctions. The poem highlights various characters, their interactions, and the consequences of a life spent in idleness, ultimately advocating for a more engaged and purpose-driven existence. Through humor and sharp observations, Alger encourages readers to consider their contributions to society and the value of hard work versus inherited privilege. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aUnited States -- Social life and customs -- Poetry | ||
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