The Life Of A Prig (1886)

The Life Of A Prig is a novel written by an anonymous author who goes by the pen name ""By One"" and was originally published in 1886. The story follows the life of a young man named Horace, who is raised in a strict and sheltered environment. Horace is taught to be morally upright, intellectually superior, and socially refined, which leads to him becoming a ""prig"" or a person who is excessively concerned with their own self-importance.As Horace grows up, he struggles to connect with others and form meaningful relationships due to his arrogance and lack of empathy. He becomes obsessed with his own success and reputation, leading him down a path of self-destruction. Horace's journey is a cautionary tale about the dangers of excessive pride and the importance of humility and compassion.The novel is written in a satirical tone and provides a commentary on the societal norms and values of the time. It is a humorous and insightful look into the life of a prig and the consequences of living a life focused solely on oneself. The Life Of A Prig is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.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.