Golden Mediocrity: A Novel (1886)

Golden Mediocrity is a novel written by Eugenie Hamerton and first published in 1886. The story centers around the life of a young woman named Edith, who is born into a wealthy family and raised in a sheltered environment. Despite her privileged upbringing, Edith feels unfulfilled and struggles to find her place in the world.As Edith grows older, she becomes increasingly disillusioned with the superficiality of her social circle and begins to question the values and expectations imposed upon her by society. She longs for something more meaningful and authentic, but is unsure of how to achieve it.Throughout the novel, Edith grapples with issues of identity, purpose, and self-discovery, as she navigates the complexities of love, friendship, and family. The title, Golden Mediocrity, suggests a critique of the societal pressure to conform to a certain standard of success and achievement, and the potential for individuals to break free from these constraints and forge their own path.Hamerton's writing is characterized by its introspective and philosophical tone, as she explores themes of individualism, authenticity, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. Golden Mediocrity is a thought-provoking and engaging work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today.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.