"The Diary of a Nobody" by brothers George and Weedon Grossmith is a satirical novel presented as the diary entries of Charles Pooter, a humble, self-important, lower-middle-class London clerk. Spanning 15 months, the diary meticulously records Pooter's daily life, filled with trivial mishaps, social embarrassments, and his earnest attempts to maintain respectability amidst the challenges posed by disagreeable tradesmen, impertinent colleagues, and his wayward son, Lupin. Through Pooter's often oblivious narrative, the Grossmiths create a timeless and humorous portrait of Victorian suburban life, gently mocking its pretensions, social aspirations, and minor frustrations. The novel remains a beloved classic for its keen observation of human nature and its enduringly endearing protagonist.
The Diary of a Nobody by George and Weedon Grossmith c1969 Folio Humour Novel
Title: The Diary of a Nobody
Author: George and Weedon Grossmith
Publisher : Folio Society
Publication: c1969
Format: HardbackCondition: Covers are in an excellent condition. Pages are clean and bright with no marks. Illustrations throughout by John Lawrence. It comes with its slip case which is also very good.
Book measures: 22cm x 12.5cm with 165 pages
