Grand Pursuit

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The book explores the depiction of the impoverished majority in mid-nineteenth-century London through the writings of Charles Dickens and Henry Mayhew. It highlights how these literary works resonate with the economic theories and contributions of prominent figures like John Maynard Keynes, Paul Samuelson, and Amartya Sen, showcasing the intersection of literature and socio-economic thought during a pivotal era.