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The Green Overcoat (Classic Reprint)


No. of pages 336

Published: 2022

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"The Green Overcoat" by Hilaire Belloc tells the whimsical story of a man who, weary of daily life, buys a beautiful green overcoat that has a magical quality. As he wears the coat, he encounters various characters who are drawn to its charm. However, the overcoat soon becomes a source of trouble, leading him to unexpected adventures and moral dilemmas. Through these experiences, the man learns valuable lessons about the nature of desire, identity, and the true meaning of happiness. Belloc’s tale intertwines humor and philosophy, reflecting on how material possessions can influence personal fulfillment. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

There are 336 pages in this book. This book was published in 2022 by Forgotten Books .

Hilaire Belloc (1870-1953) was an Anglo-French writer, orator, satirist and historian. Rosalind Ayres and Martin Jarvis are two of Britian's best-loved actors and are award-winning voice actors.