Money and Morals: A Book for the Times is a book written by John Lalor and published in 1852. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between money and morals, and how they impact society. Lalor argues that the pursuit of wealth and material gain has led to a decline in moral values and a degradation of society.The book is divided into three main sections. The first section explores the historical and philosophical roots of the relationship between money and morals. Lalor examines the views of ancient philosophers, such as Aristotle and Plato, and how their ideas have influenced modern economic and moral theories.The second section of the book focuses on the impact of money on society. Lalor argues that the pursuit of wealth has led to a decline in moral values and a deterioration of social relationships. He examines the role of money in politics, education, and religion, and how it has influenced these areas of society.The final section of the book proposes solutions to the problems caused by the relationship between money and morals. Lalor suggests that a return to traditional moral values, such as honesty, integrity, and compassion, is necessary to restore balance to society. He also advocates for reforms in the economic system to reduce income inequality and promote social justice.Overall, Money and Morals: A Book for the Times is a thought-provoking exploration of the complex relationship between money and morals. Lalor's insights and proposals are still relevant today, making this book a valuable read for anyone interested in economics, philosophy, and social justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.