Mammon and Co by E.F. Benson (1902)

Mammon and Co is a novel by E.F. Benson that explores themes of wealth, power, and the corrupting influence of materialism. The story follows the lives of several characters who are connected to a wealthy family and their various business dealings. Throughout the book, Benson critiques the excesses of capitalism and the ways in which it can distort people's values and priorities. The novel is known for its witty dialogue and insightful commentary on the social and economic issues of its time.

By E.F. Benson · First published 1902 · Genre: Satire, Social Commentary, Humor · 25 chapters

Contents

• THE CITY DINNER
• KIT'S MEDITATIONS
• SUNDAY MORNING
• THE FIRST DEAL
• AFTER THE GEE-GEE PARTY
• LILY DRAWS A CHEQUE
• KIT'S LITTLE PLAN
• THE DARKENED HOUSE
• TOBY
• TOBY ACTS WITHOUT SPEAKING
• TOBY'S PARTNER
• LILY'S DESIRE
• THE SOLITARY FINANCIER
• THE SECOND DEAL
• THE SIMPLY NOBODY
• MR. ALINGTON LEAVES LONDON
• THE PLOT MISCARRIES
• THE SLUMP
• MRS. MURCHISON'S DIPLOMACY
• TOBY DRAWS THE MORAL
• MR. ALINGTON OPENS CHECK
• THE COTTAGE BY THE SEA
• TOBY TO THE RESCUE
• THE CHAIRMAN AND THE DIRECTOR
• THE WEEK BY THE SEA

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• Queen Lucia (1920)
• Paying Guests (1929)
• Michael (1907)
• Crescent and Iron Cross (1906)
• The Blotting Book (1902)
• Miss Mapp (1922)
• Daisy's Aunt (1920)
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