The Guest of Quesnay

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First published in 1919, this satirical novel tells the story of a young American millionaire who becomes infatuated with the French economist Francois Quesnay. The protagonist embarks on a journey to France to learn more about Quesnay's philosophy, but soon finds himself embroiled in a comedic sequence of misunderstandings and misadventures. Tarkington's wit and insight into human nature make this a timeless work of comic literature.