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Diary of a Nobody

Diary of a Nobody

By: George Grossmith Weedon Grossmith
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 Dive into The Diary of a Nobody, a whimsical and engaging account of the life of Charles Pooter, an unassuming city clerk navigating the trials and tribulations of his everyday existence. Serialized in Punch magazine, this work is often considered one of the earliest forms of blogging—a candid reflection of lifes simple pleasures and humbling moments. Set against the backdrop of late Victorian Holloway, the narrative offers a delightful glimpse into the customs, manners, and experiences of the time. Through the eyes of Pooter, readers will find humor in the mundane, brought to life by the talents of authors George Grossmith, an actor and comedian, and his brother Weedon Grossmith, an entertainer and illustrator. Join Charles on his journey and discover why his seemingly trivial daily life is truly worth preserving for posterity. (Summary by Martin Clifton)Copyright Kids Stories and Comedy Social Sciences
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  • 14 - Diary of a Nobody - Chapter 13 by George Grossmith Weedon Grossmith

    14 - Diary of a Nobody - Chapter 13 by George Grossmith Weedon Grossmith
    Nov 14 2025
    Dive into The Diary of a Nobody, a whimsical and engaging account of the life of Charles Pooter, an unassuming city clerk navigating the trials and tribulations of his everyday existence. Serialized in Punch magazine, this work is often considered one of the earliest forms of blogging—a candid reflection of lifes simple pleasures and humbling moments. Set against the backdrop of late Victorian Holloway, the narrative offers a delightful glimpse into the customs, manners, and experiences of the time. Through the eyes of Pooter, readers will find humor in the mundane, brought to life by the talents of authors George Grossmith, an actor and comedian, and his brother Weedon Grossmith, an entertainer and illustrator. Join Charles on his journey and discover why his seemingly trivial daily life is truly worth preserving for posterity. (Summary by Martin Clifton)
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    13 mins
  • 13 - Diary of a Nobody - Chapter 12 by George Grossmith Weedon Grossmith

    13 - Diary of a Nobody - Chapter 12 by George Grossmith Weedon Grossmith
    Nov 13 2025
    Dive into The Diary of a Nobody, a whimsical and engaging account of the life of Charles Pooter, an unassuming city clerk navigating the trials and tribulations of his everyday existence. Serialized in Punch magazine, this work is often considered one of the earliest forms of blogging—a candid reflection of lifes simple pleasures and humbling moments. Set against the backdrop of late Victorian Holloway, the narrative offers a delightful glimpse into the customs, manners, and experiences of the time. Through the eyes of Pooter, readers will find humor in the mundane, brought to life by the talents of authors George Grossmith, an actor and comedian, and his brother Weedon Grossmith, an entertainer and illustrator. Join Charles on his journey and discover why his seemingly trivial daily life is truly worth preserving for posterity. (Summary by Martin Clifton)
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    8 mins
  • 12 - Diary of a Nobody - Chapter 11 by George Grossmith Weedon Grossmith

    12 - Diary of a Nobody - Chapter 11 by George Grossmith Weedon Grossmith
    Nov 12 2025
    Dive into The Diary of a Nobody, a whimsical and engaging account of the life of Charles Pooter, an unassuming city clerk navigating the trials and tribulations of his everyday existence. Serialized in Punch magazine, this work is often considered one of the earliest forms of blogging—a candid reflection of lifes simple pleasures and humbling moments. Set against the backdrop of late Victorian Holloway, the narrative offers a delightful glimpse into the customs, manners, and experiences of the time. Through the eyes of Pooter, readers will find humor in the mundane, brought to life by the talents of authors George Grossmith, an actor and comedian, and his brother Weedon Grossmith, an entertainer and illustrator. Join Charles on his journey and discover why his seemingly trivial daily life is truly worth preserving for posterity. (Summary by Martin Clifton)
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    15 mins
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