The Diary of a Nobody by George Grossmith, Weedon Grossmith
"The Diary of a Nobody" is a humorous account of the daily life of Charles Pooter, a middle-class clerk living in London. The novel, written in diary format, details Pooter's experiences, social anxieties, and domestic issues with a comic touch. His encounters with tradesmen, his social gaffes, and his relationship with his son, who has a very different lifestyle, form the crux of the story. Despite the mundane nature of his life, Pooter's self-importance and serious demeanor contribute to the humor and charm of the book.
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This book is on the following lists:
- 35th on The 100 Greatest Novels of All Time: The List (The Observer)
- 186th on The Big Read (BBC)
- The Best Classics (The Times)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)