Bartleby, the Scrivener (version 2)

Bartleby, the Scrivener: A Story of Wall Street is a novella by Herman Melville, first published in 1853. The story follows a Wall Street lawyer and his interactions with Bartleby, a mysterious scrivener who gradually refuses to perform tasks, leading to a profound exploration of isolation and the human condition. Notable for its commentary on capitalism and individualism, this work has become a significant piece of American literature and is often studied for its themes of alienation and resistance.