Good Mrs. Hypocrite: A Study In Self-Righteousness (1899)

Good Mrs. Hypocrite: A Study In Self-Righteousness (1899) by Rita is a satirical novel that explores the themes of hypocrisy and self-righteousness. The story revolves around the character of Mrs. Hypocrite, a woman who presents herself as a paragon of virtue and morality, but whose actions reveal her true nature as a hypocrite. The novel is set in the late 19th century and is written in a humorous and satirical style. It follows Mrs. Hypocrite as she navigates various social situations, always presenting herself as a pious and virtuous woman. However, as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that she is far from perfect and is actually guilty of many of the sins she condemns in others.Through the character of Mrs. Hypocrite, the novel explores the dangers of self-righteousness and the importance of genuine humility and self-awareness. It also touches on themes of social class and the hypocrisy of the upper classes in Victorian society.Overall, Good Mrs. Hypocrite: A Study In Self-Righteousness is a witty and insightful novel that offers a satirical critique of Victorian society and the dangers of hypocrisy and self-righteousness.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.