The Abounding American

"The Abounding American" by T. W. H. Crosland, is a witty examination of early 20th-century American life through a sharply satirical lens. The story follows the journey of a character named Guy who, having lost his wealth, escapes to America, serving as a starting point for a larger exploration of American materialism and identity. The author contrasts the glorified tale of America's founders with a skeptical view of the nation's history, questioning the real values driving American society. Through comical and biting observations on everything from unchecked capitalism to the quality of American jokes, the book paints a memorable, if critical, portrait, revealing the strange soul of a nation.