The Million Pound Bank Note

Summary

«The Million Pound Bank Note» is a story by Mark Twain about a poor American named Henry Adams who finds himself in London without money or means of support. Two wealthy brothers, to test their theory about the influence of money on a person, give him a one million pound banknote that he cannot cash. Henry encounters various situations where he is mistaken for a millionaire and receives everything he desires on credit. Ultimately, he finds a way to use the banknote to change his life, proving that honesty and kindness are more important than money. The story explores themes of human nature, social status, and the impact of wealth.