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The narrative follows Professor John Thornton, a newly wealthy man who confronts the moral and social questions raised by sudden affluence while traveling through American urban spectacle. Set amid public exhibitions and a dramatic locomotive race, episodes contrast displays of luxury with the lives of wage-workers. Through conversations, public events, and the protagonist's reflections, the work explores attitudes toward millionaires, obligations of the rich, and practical philanthropy aimed at enabling laborers to improve their circumstances.
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