Three Per Cent; A Month, or the Perils of Fast Living (Classic Reprint): A Warning to Young Men: A Warning to Young Men (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Warning about fast living can ruin a man’s prospects—and his peace of mind. This riveting fiction follows a young merchant and his mentor as they navigate temptation, debt, and the lure of a quick fortune. Through sharp dialogue and a tight, moral arc, the story shows how easy money and flashy living can threaten work, reputation, and future security.

Set in a bustling city, the book traces the choices that pull a bright, hopeful man toward risky borrowing, flashy neighbors, and a lifestyle that outpaces his means. A trusted advisor tries to steer him toward prudence, but the pull of success and status often wins the moment—until danger and regret become unavoidable. The narrative builds toward a cautionary finish, emphasizing consequences and hard-won wisdom.

• Witness the tension between ambition and restraint in a business world hungry for gains.


• See how easy credit and costly habits can erode stability and future security.


• Explore the dynamics of mentorship, pride, and the cost of ignoring prudent counsel.


• Follow a central character’s struggle to reconcile success with responsibility and integrity.

Ideal for readers drawn to classic cautionary tales about money, risk, and the choices that shape a life.

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