Books like The egoist by George Meredith
George Meredith’s *The Egoist*—a staple of English classic literature—presents a satirical critique of romantic relationships and courtship. Its sharp psychological insights and incisive irony expose the hollowness of egoism in a witty, dramatic narrative. The book is accompanied by critical essays from Virginia Woolf and Robert Mayo, as well as textual notes and background commentary, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of Meredith’s early work.
First publish date: 1879
Genre: Literary Fiction/Classic Literature
Authors: George Meredith
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