Ten Thousand a-Year. Volume 3.

"Ten Thousand a-Year" by Samuel Warren is a story that uses humor to look at money, government, and different levels of society in England during the Victorian era. It follows Tittlebat Titmouse, who unexpectedly becomes rich and is thrown into a wild election and high society, which shows how silly and dishonest politics can be. As he deals with the crazy election, we meet interesting people who represent the foolishness and strong desires of the time. The story moves to Yatton, where there's a big political fight between the wealthy Mr. Delamere and Mr. Titmouse, who earned his own success. The beginning of the book paints a picture of the busy election, with bright signs and excited people. Mr. Titmouse struggles with his new role as he gets ready to give a speech, dealing with what his supporters want and the plans of those against him. The story sets up a smart battle between the two main people running for office, as they fight for votes and to prove their worth in society.