The history of Mr. Polly / H.G. Wells ; with an introduction by Frank Wells Wells, H. G. (Herbert George), 1866-1946.

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Author
Wells, H. G. (Herbert George), 1866-1946.
Subjects
England - Social life and customs - 19th century - Fiction.; Suicide - England - London - Fiction.; Discontent - Social aspects.
Audience
Adult; General
Summary
Mr Polly is a middle-aged man, tired of his wife's nagging and his dreary job as a gentleman's out fitter in a small town. Facing bankruptcy, he concludes that the only way to escape his frustrating existence is by burning his shop to the ground, and killing himself. Unexpected events, however, conspire to lead him to a bright new future.
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6295725

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