A man made of money

In a cramped Victorian bedroom, a newly married couple circles a seemingly simple question: “When will you give me some money?” What begins as a polite request quickly spirals into a witty duel of pride, patience, and penny‑pinching, as Mr. Jericho drifts into fanciful daydreams of flies and imagined stature while his wife, Mrs. Jericho, repeats her demand with calm precision. The narrator watches the exchange with a wry eye, turning ordinary domestic friction into a sharp commentary on the economics of marriage and the absurdities of social standing.

The prose crackles with period humor and the occasional visual gag, reinforced by twelve steel illustrations that capture the characters’ exaggerated gestures. Listeners are treated to a light yet incisive satire that pokes fun at debt, gender expectations, and the longing to appear larger than life, all without losing the tenderness of a genuine partnership. This early Victorian piece offers both laughs and thoughtful reflection for anyone who has ever debated money at the kitchen table.