{"product_id":"tono-bungay-penguin-classics","title":"Tono-Bungay (Penguin Classics)","description":"Brand New From Reputable UK Company With 30 Years Experience In Retail, Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.\u003cbr\u003eAll items shipped within 3 working days of payment.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that all our DVDs are Region 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Tono-Bungay' is a seminal work by H.G. Wells, encapsulating the essence of early 20th-century English literature. This Penguin Classics edition brings to life Wells's satirical narrative, which delves deeply into the themes of ambition, social climbing, and the hollow nature of capitalist success through the story of George Ponderevo and his uncle's quack remedy, Tono-Bungay. As George navigates the complexities of love, wealth, and societal expectations, Wells critiques the Edwardian society with sharp wit and insight. A pioneer of science fiction, Wells's foray into social commentary with 'Tono-Bungay' remains a compelling exploration of human aspirations and the mirages they chase.","brand":"Chalkys.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48860580118850,"sku":"1296686","price":15.48,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0056\/8043\/1219\/files\/51le2bnARxL._SL1500.jpg?v=1717148528","url":"https:\/\/chalkys.com\/products\/tono-bungay-penguin-classics","provider":"Chalkys.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}