Vainglory

By Ronald Firbank

Book Overview

Vainglory is a novel by the British author Ronald Firbank, first published in 1915. It is a satirical work that explores the lives of a group of eccentric characters living in a small English town. The story is told through a series of vignettes, each focusing on a different character or group of characters. The central figure of the novel is Mrs. Shamefoot, a wealthy widow who is obsessed with her own social status and reputation. She is constantly scheming to improve her position in society, often at the expense of others. Other characters include her daughter, who is in love with a young artist, and a group of local aristocrats who are more concerned with their own pleasures than with the welfare of the town.Firbank's writing style is highly stylized and often surreal, with a focus on language and imagery rather than plot or character development. The novel is full of witty dialogue, absurd situations, and bizarre characters. It is a commentary on the shallow, self-absorbed nature of English society in the early 20th century, and a critique of the values and priorities of the upper classes.Overall, Vainglory is a unique and challenging work of literature that is sure to appeal to readers who appreciate satire, wit, and unconventional storytelling.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: 1162793961
• ISBN13: 9781162793962
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"