Max Beerbohm's A.V. Laider is a satirical novel about a man who is determined to make a name for himself in the world of art. The protagonist, A.V. Laider, is a struggling artist who is desperate to make a name for himself in the art world. He is willing to do whatever it takes to get noticed, including taking on a series of odd jobs and even resorting to forgery. As his attempts to make a name for himself become increasingly desperate, Laider finds himself in a series of increasingly absurd and humorous situations. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a mysterious art dealer, a pompous art critic, and a beautiful young woman. As Laider's attempts to make a name for himself become increasingly desperate, he finds himself in a series of increasingly absurd and humorous situations. In the end, Laider learns that success in the art world is not always what it seems.
By Max Beerbohm · First published 1916 · Genre: Satire, Humor, Fiction