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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

This book is a critique of American society in the late 19th century, particularly its class divisions and emphasis on material wealth. It argues that the pursuit of luxury and status is a false and ultimately unsatisfying goal, and that true happiness and fulfillment can... Read Full Overview