The Diary of a Nobody

The Diary of a Nobody

by George Grossmith and Weedon Grossmith
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 13/11/2022

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In 'The Diary of a Nobody,' George and Weedon Grossmith craft an enduring piece of humor and satire that resonates with the absurdity of middle-class Victorian English life. This singular work brilliantly encapsulates a range of literary styles from dry wit to slapstick, painting a vivid portrait of Charles Pooter, an unremarkable clerk with lofty social aspirations and a knack for unwittingly landing himself in humiliating predicaments. The Grossmiths' novel, originally serialized in 'Punch' magazine, stands out not just for its humor but for its keen observation of the human condition, turning a commonplace life into a masterpiece of comedic literature. The brothers, George as the primary writer and Weedish contributing with illustrations and plot ideas, were well-established in the literary and theatrical circles of their time. Their collaboration on this work underlines a unique blend of literary talent and theatrical flair, bringing to life the idiosyncrasies of their characters with an authenticity and depth that belies the novel's initial veneer of simple entertainment. As a representation of late 19th-century satire, 'The Diary of a Nobody' occupies a pivotal position, illustrating the everyday with a granularity and humor that presaged the modernist exploration of the mundane. This anthology is a must-read for aficionados of classic British literature and those interested in the evolution of comedic writing. Through the Grossmiths' lens, readers are presented with a delightful study in character, an exploration of societal norms, and the enduring charm of the quotidian transformed into art. Their work invites a reflective examination of our own lives, encouraging a mindful appreciation of the ordinary imbued with extraordinary insights.

ISBN:
8596547389668
8596547389668
Category:
Classic fiction
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
13-11-2022
Language:
English
Publisher:
DigiCat
George Grossmith

George Grossmith enjoyed a successful career spanning four decades as an accomplished singer, comic actor and songwriter.

He was particularly renowned for his performances in a number of Gilbert and Sullivan operas. His younger brother Weedon trained as an artist and worked as a portrait painter before turning his hand to acting and playwriting.

The brothers shared a gift for comedy and from 1888 to 1889 they collaborated on a series of brilliantly observed columns in Punch magazine featuring the diary of an impossibly pompous lower-middle-class bank clerk named Charles Pooter.

The Diary of a Nobody went on to be published in book form in 1892 and it has been in print ever since.

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