A Victim Of Circumstances

By George Gissing

Book Overview

""A Victim of Circumstances"" is a novel written by George Gissing, first published in 1886. The story follows the life of a young man named Egremont who, due to a series of unfortunate events, finds himself in a difficult financial situation. He is forced to take a job as a tutor in a wealthy family, where he falls in love with the daughter, Sybil. However, their relationship is complicated by the social and economic differences between them. As Egremont struggles to make ends meet, he becomes increasingly disillusioned with the society he lives in, which he sees as corrupt and materialistic. He becomes involved with a group of socialists who are advocating for change, but he is torn between his love for Sybil and his desire to make a difference in the world. The novel explores themes of class, love, and social change, and is considered one of Gissing's most significant works. It is a thought-provoking and engaging read that offers insight into the social and economic conditions of Victorian England.In one sense Hilda Castledine did not underestimate her work; for the last year she had been conscious of great improvements, and at times it disappointed her that Horace seemed not to recognise this advance. She had explained his indifference by humbly admitting to herself that after all she remained an amateur -- the kind of is person especially distasteful to artists of strong individuality. But this excuse was no longer valid; her work had a market value, and that owing to no sensational qualities, to no passing fancy of the public, but in virtue of simple merits which make their claim felt wherever men are capable of recognising true art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419104020
• ISBN13: 9781419104022
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.6" x 9.2"