The Greatest Plague Of Life: Or The Adventures Of A Lady In Search Of A Good Servant (1864) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165793341)

The Greatest Plague Of Life: Or The Adventures Of A Lady In Search Of A Good Servant is a humorous book written by Augustus Mayhew in 1864. The book is a satirical account of the difficulties faced by a lady in search of a good servant in Victorian England. The protagonist, Mrs. Brown, is constantly plagued by incompetent and lazy servants, and the book follows her misadventures as she tries to find a suitable employee.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which deals with a different aspect of the servant problem. Mayhew uses a witty and sarcastic tone to highlight the absurdity of the situation, and his observations on the social hierarchies of the time are both insightful and amusing.Through Mrs. Brown's experiences, Mayhew explores the class divide between employers and servants, and the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society. He also touches on issues such as corruption, greed, and the exploitation of the working class.Overall, The Greatest Plague Of Life is a witty and entertaining read that provides a fascinating insight into Victorian society and the complexities of the servant problem. Mayhew's sharp wit and keen observations make this book a timeless classic that is still relevant 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.

Author: Augustus Mayhew
ISBN-10: 1165793342
ISBN-13: 9781165793341
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 306
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.64d