Publisher's Synopsis
""A Rogue's Life: From His Birth To His Marriage"" is a novel written by the renowned English author, Wilkie Collins, and first published in 1894. The story follows the life of a man named Frank Softly, who is born into poverty and becomes a rogue in his youth. Frank's life takes him through various adventures and misadventures, including a stint as a traveling salesman, a failed attempt at a career in the law, and a brief period as a thief.Despite his many setbacks, Frank remains determined to improve his lot in life and eventually finds success as a playwright. Along the way, he falls in love with a woman named Alicia, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that she is already engaged to another man.The novel is told in the first person, with Frank narrating his own story. Through his eyes, readers are given a glimpse into the world of 19th-century England, with its social hierarchies, economic disparities, and moral codes. ""A Rogue's Life"" is a classic example of Victorian literature, with its focus on character development, social commentary, and intricate plot twists.Overall, ""A Rogue's Life: From His Birth To His Marriage"" is a compelling and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on life in Victorian England. It is a must-read for fans of Wilkie Collins and anyone interested in the literature of the era.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.
