Arcadian Adventures with the Idle Rich

Arcadian Adventures With The Idle Rich is a satirical novel written by Canadian author Stephen Leacock. First published in 1914, the book is a collection of short stories that poke fun at the wealthy elite of early 20th century society. The stories are set in the fictional town of Mariposa, a small community that is home to a number of wealthy socialites who spend their days indulging in leisurely activities such as golfing, yachting, and attending lavish parties. The protagonist of the book is a young man named Peter Pupkin, who is determined to join this exclusive group of idle rich.Through a series of humorous misadventures, Peter tries to ingratiate himself with the wealthy residents of Mariposa, but he quickly discovers that their lifestyle is not as glamorous as it appears. He encounters a cast of eccentric characters, including a hypochondriac millionaire, a bumbling doctor, and a group of amateur poets who are convinced of their own genius.Leacock's writing is witty and irreverent, and he uses his characters to satirize the excesses and absurdities of the upper class. At the same time, the book is also a commentary on the changing social and economic landscape of the early 20th century, as traditional aristocratic values gave way to a new era of consumerism and mass culture.Overall, Arcadian Adventures With The Idle Rich is a clever and entertaining satire that offers a humorous glimpse into the world of the wealthy elite, while also providing a broader commentary on the society in which they lived.Mrs. Everleigh-Spillikins is not to be seen walking with them. She is probably at the race-meet, being taken there by Captain Cormorant of the United States navy, which Mr. Spillikins considers very handsome of him. Every now and then the captain, being in the navy, is compelled to be at sea for perhaps a whole afternoon or even several days; in which case Mrs. Everleigh-Spillikins is very generally taken to the Hunt Club or the Country Club by Lieutenant Hawk, which Mr. Spillikins regards as awfully thoughtful of him.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.