Scrooge makes a considerable sum of money yet he lives a paupers lifestyle
This was not his wife. Scrooge didnt marry at all. The person was Belle. Belle was Scrooges fiancee, his betrothed . Belle had seen Scrooge change. He had lost the poor young mans attitude and allowed wealth to take over his life. This drive for more wealth had pushed Belle out of his heart as gold now replaced his love
A sociologist will have a look at the lifestyle of a person to determine his wealth.
Fred describes Scrooge's wealth in "A Christmas Carol" as a power to do good or harm, a blessing if used wisely, and a curse if hoarded and not shared with others. He emphasizes that wealth should be used to bring joy and happiness to those around us.
Increased Trade, Lifestyle and Wealth.
The agreement was called the Treaty of Tordesillas. It did not divide wealth specifically, rather it was the first attempt to divide the spheres of influence in the New World between Portugal and Spain.
It was Belle
Scrooge's sweetheart is upset because she feels neglected by Scrooge, who is preoccupied with his pursuit of wealth and success. She longs for more attention, affection, and emotional connection from Scrooge, making her feel unhappy and unfulfilled in the relationship.
Money replaced compassion, generosity, and kindness in Scrooge's life. His pursuit of wealth became his sole focus, leaving no room for meaningful relationships or connections with others.
Scrooge didn't have a wife, he never married. He was however engaged to Belle whose Scrooges migration to the love of money
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Wealth in ancient Rome meant what it means in every other society; a luxurious lifestyle, opulence, status, prestige and power (economic and if desired, political)