On the Up and Up

On the Up and Up is a novel written by Bruce Barton, an American author and advertising executive. The book follows the story of John Cotton, a young man who rises from a humble background to become a successful businessman in the early 20th century. John Cotton's journey begins when he is working as a clerk in a small-town store. He is ambitious and determined to make something of himself, so he sets out to learn all he can about the business world. He moves to the city and starts working for a larger company, where he quickly rises through the ranks due to his hard work and intelligence.As John becomes more successful, he also becomes more ruthless. He starts to cut corners and take advantage of others to get ahead. However, he begins to realize that his actions have consequences, and he must decide whether to continue down the path of greed or to change his ways.Throughout the novel, Barton explores themes of ambition, morality, and the American Dream. He also provides a vivid depiction of life in the early 20th century, with its rapid technological advancements and changing social norms.Overall, On the Up and Up is a compelling story of one man's rise to success and the moral dilemmas he faces along the way. It is a timeless tale that still resonates with readers today.1925. Barton, American writer, offers his musings on a variety of topics. Partial Contents: Boll-Weevils; Vacant Lots; Real Pleasures; Bum Jobs; The Leisure of God; Velvet; Getting to New York; Reform; The Fiddlers; The Benefit of the Doubt; Divine Blindness; A College Education; Lions; The Chatter of Fair Women; Kicking Mozart; Do People Feel Better or Worse Because You Have Passed By?; and many more. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.