The Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft the Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft - George Gissing - Bog

The Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft is a novel by British author George Gissing, first published in 1903. The book is written in the form of a diary, and follows the life and thoughts of the titular character, Henry Ryecroft, a middle-aged writer living in London.The novel is divided into two parts. The first part is a retrospective of Ryecroft's life, from his childhood in a small town to his struggles as a writer in London. The second part is a more introspective look at Ryecroft's thoughts and feelings, as he reflects on his past and contemplates his future.Throughout the book, Ryecroft discusses a wide range of topics, including literature, art, politics, and philosophy. He also reflects on his personal relationships, including his failed marriage and his friendships with other writers.The Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft is considered one of Gissing's most autobiographical works, and is praised for its honest portrayal of the struggles of a writer in Victorian England. The book is also noted for its insightful commentary on the literary and cultural scene of the time.I am busy with the hawkweeds; that is to say, I am learning to distinguish and to name as many as I can. For scientific classification I have little mind; it does not happen to fall in with my habits of thought; but I like to be able to give its name (the ""trivial"" by choice) to every flower I meet in my walks. Why should I be content to say, ""Oh, it's a hawkweed""?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.