"The Debit Account" by Oliver Onions is a story set in the early 1900s, telling about J.H. Jeffries, a regular office worker about to get married. He worries about money as he looks for the right house for him and his soon-to-be wife, Evie Soames. The story explores his big hopes, his love for Evie, and what society expects from him as he tries to achieve his dreams despite his simple life. The book begins with Jeffries thinking about his life in Hampstead Heath. He doesn't make much money but wants a better life. As he plans for his wedding, he can't forget Evie's sad past engagement, which adds a layer of emotion to their situation. The beginning shows Jeffries' struggle between his goals and the painful memories that stay with him, suggesting that their relationship might face some difficulties.
The Debit Account
By Oliver Onions
An ordinary man's dreams of marriage and a better life are complicated by money worries and a tragic past engagement.
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2011-09-19
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About the AuthorGeorge Oliver Onions, who published under the name Oliver Onions, was an English writer of short stories and novels. He wrote in various genres, but is perhaps best remembered for his ghost stories, notably the collection Widdershins and the widely anthologized novella "The Beckoning Fair One". He was married to the novelist Berta Ruck.
George Oliver Onions, who published under the name Oliver Onions, was an English writer of short stories and novels. He wrote in various genres, but is perhaps best remembered for his ghost stories, notably the collection Widdershins and the widely anthologized novella "The Beckoning Fair One". He was married to the novelist Berta Ruck.
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