Number One: Or The Way Of The World (1862)

Number One: Or The Way Of The World is a novel written by Frank Foster and first published in 1862. The story revolves around the life of the protagonist, Richard Savage, who is a poor man struggling to make a living in London. Despite his financial difficulties, Savage is ambitious and determined to succeed in life, and he sets his sights on becoming the ""number one"" person in society. Throughout the novel, Savage faces numerous challenges and setbacks, including financial ruin, romantic entanglements, and professional failures. However, he remains steadfast in his pursuit of success and eventually rises to the top of society, becoming a wealthy and influential figure. Number One: Or The Way Of The World is a social commentary on Victorian society and the pursuit of wealth and status. The novel explores themes such as ambition, love, class, and morality, and offers a critical perspective on the values and attitudes of the time. Overall, Number One: Or The Way Of The World is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that provides insight into the social and cultural landscape of Victorian England.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.