Cratylus

Set in the charming town of Lakeside, known for its strong sense of community and religious diversity, the story centers on Saladin Foster, a dedicated bookkeeper at the local store. At thirty-five, he has spent fourteen years in his role, steadily increasing his salary to eight hundred dollars a year, a notable achievement in this small town. The narrative explores themes of social dynamics and the value of hard work in a close-knit environment where rank is unacknowledged and everyone is familiar with one another.