The Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft

"The Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft" by George Gissing is a reflective work that likely takes the form of a fictional memoir or diary, set in the late 19th century. The centers around the character of Henry Ryecroft, a struggling writer who has battled poverty and disillusionment throughout his life, but ultimately finds a semblance of peace and happiness in his later years after receiving a life annuity.