Empty Pockets - Rupert Hughes - Bog

Empty Pockets: A Novel is a literary work written by Rupert Hughes in 1915. The book portrays the story of a young man named Jack Winston who lives in New York City during the early 20th century. Jack is a struggling artist who is trying to make a name for himself in the art world but is constantly faced with financial difficulties. He is also in love with a woman named Alice, who comes from a wealthy family.As the story unfolds, Jack's financial situation becomes more dire, and he is forced to take on odd jobs to make ends meet. He also becomes involved in a series of misadventures, including a failed business venture and a run-in with the law. Meanwhile, Alice's family disapproves of her relationship with Jack, and they try to keep them apart.Despite the many obstacles he faces, Jack remains determined to pursue his dreams and win Alice's heart. The book is a poignant portrayal of the struggles of young artists and the challenges they face in a society that values money and social status above all else. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.