The Residuary Legatee; Or, The Posthumous Jest of the Late John Austin

In "The Residuary Legatee; Or, The Posthumous Jest of the Late John Austin," Frederic Jesup Stimson weaves a captivating narrative that elegantly fuses elements of satire and social commentary within the fabric of early 20th-century American literature. The story centers around the quirky dynamics of estates and inheritances, exploring the intersection of morality and wealth through the lens of an...