Nothing to Eat

“Nothing to Eat” is a satirical poem by Horatio Alger Jr. The poem features the character Kitty Malone (Mrs. Merdle), who, despite her lavish lifestyle, constantly complains of having nothing to eat. This work is a witty commentary on the disparity between the haves and the have-nots, and the absurdity of the wealthy’s complaints when juxtaposed with the genuine struggles of the less fortunate.