The Paths Of The Prudent

The Paths of the Prudent is a comedic play written by Joseph Smith Fletcher and originally published in 1899. The play follows the story of two brothers, Arthur and Reginald Blandford, who have inherited a large sum of money from their uncle. However, the brothers have very different ideas about how to spend the money. Arthur, the elder brother, is a practical and responsible man who wants to invest the money wisely and build a secure future for himself and his family. Reginald, on the other hand, is a free-spirited and impulsive man who wants to use the money to indulge in all manner of luxuries and pleasures.As the play unfolds, the brothers' conflicting desires lead them down very different paths. Arthur becomes increasingly focused on his business ventures, while Reginald becomes more and more reckless in his spending. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a scheming lawyer, a flirtatious widow, and a group of eccentric artists.Despite its comedic tone, The Paths of the Prudent also explores themes of responsibility, morality, and the dangers of excess. As the brothers navigate their divergent paths, they must confront the consequences of their choices and ultimately learn the true value of prudence.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.