The Green Overcoat (1912) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781164031628 : 1164031627 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Green Overcoat is a novel written by Hilaire Belloc and published in 1912. The story follows the life of a young man named Edward Burden who inherits a large fortune from his father. With his newfound wealth, Edward sets out to explore the world and experience all that life has to offer. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a beautiful woman named Mary who captures his heart.As Edward travels through Europe, he becomes increasingly disillusioned with the superficiality and materialism of the upper classes. He begins to question the value of his wealth and the purpose of his life. Eventually, he returns to England and begins to live a simpler, more meaningful existence.The Green Overcoat is a thought-provoking novel that explores themes of wealth, love, and the search for meaning in life. Belloc's writing is engaging and insightful, and his characters are well-develope