A Society Clown by George Grossmith
A Society Clown is a novel written by George Grossmith that follows the life of a young man named Arthur Merton who aspires to become a successful comedian in Victorian England. The story explores themes of ambition, class, and social mobility as Merton navigates his way through the world of high society while trying to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry.
By George Grossmith · First published 1897 · Genre: Humor, Autobiography, Satire · 10,492 words
First lines
funny fellows, comic men and clowns of private life, They'd none of them be missed -- they'd none of them be missed. " _The Mikado._
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: George Grossmith
- Date: 1897 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Humor, Autobiography, Satire, Memoir, Social Commentary
- Length: 10,492 words
- Structure: 1 section, 154 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Humor — The narrative is filled with comedic anecdotes and humorous observations about society and personal experiences.
- Autobiography — The text is a first-person account of the author's personal experiences and career in entertainment.
- Satire — The work satirizes social norms and the behavior of the upper class through witty commentary.
- Memoir — The narrative provides a reflective account of the author's life and interactions with notable figures.
Tags
satire · comedy · social commentary · Victorian era · theater · humor · character study · class distinction · entertainment · absurdity · London · performance