Tono Bungay by H. G. Wells
An Experiment in Autobiography
This novel is a satirical narrative that delves into the life of George Ponderevo, who is swept into the world of late Victorian commerce and invention through his uncle's creation of a questionable medicine, Tono-Bungay. The story, narrated by George himself, explores themes of ambition, social climbing, and the hollow nature of financial success. As George rises to wealth through the marketing of this essentially worthless tonic, the novel critiques the capitalist society that enables such dubious enterprises to flourish. Through its exploration of personal and societal moral dilemmas, the narrative presents a vivid depiction of the era's social stratifications and the illusions of grandeur that often accompany the pursuit of wealth.
The 1482nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1909
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 320-400
- Original Language
- English
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- 101 of the World's Greatest Books (1950) (101 of the World's Greatest Books (Book))
- Famous Authors Name Their Favorite Novels(from 1915) (New York Times)
- Have You Read 100 Great Books? (The Jasper Lee Company)