Publisher's Synopsis
The Greatest Plague of Life: Or The Adventures of a Lady in Search of a Good Servant is a satirical novel written by Augustus Mayhew and published in 1864. The book follows the misadventures of a wealthy lady who is in search of a good servant. The lady, Mrs. Brown, is constantly plagued by the incompetence and laziness of her servants and sets out on a mission to find the perfect one. Throughout the book, Mrs. Brown meets a variety of characters who claim to be the perfect servant, but ultimately fail to meet her expectations. The novel is a humorous commentary on the social class system and the expectations placed on domestic servants during the Victorian era. Mayhew's writing style is witty and engaging, and he uses satire to poke fun at the absurdity of the situation. The book is a light-hearted read that provides insight into the social norms and expectations of the time. Overall, The Greatest Plague of Life is a charming and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on the Victorian era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or social commentary.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.
