Description
In this sharply observed novel, James Payn explores how identity, reputation, and responsibility can be quietly transferred—sometimes with devastating consequences. As events unfold through social maneuvering and moral compromise, characters find themselves entangled in a web of appearances, misunderstandings, and the hidden costs of acting “by proxy.” Payn’s narrative blends suspense with a distinctly Victorian interest in class, propriety, and the fragile boundaries between public virtue and private intent. With his characteristic clarity and brisk storytelling, the book examines themes of trust, agency, and the human tendency to outsource accountability—until the bill comes due.
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Published Jan 1, 1878
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First Published
1878
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for By Proxy by James Payn.