World of Chance

<p>Enter the fascinating world of 19th-century publishing with W. D. Howells's The World of Chance a sharp literary satire offering potent social commentary. This meticulously prepared edition revives a classic exploration of the publishing industry delving into the complexities and absurdities of bringing literature to the masses. <p/>Howells a master of realism uses fiction to expose the inner workings of a world driven by commerce and artistic ambition. The World of Chance examines the business of books offering a timeless reflection on the relationship between art money and public taste. Discover a story that remains relevant providing valuable insights into the enduring challenges and triumphs of the publishing world. This edition allows readers to experience Howells's keen observations and satirical wit presented in a beautifully accessible format.<br></p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>