02257cam a22003013u 4500 1273 UtSlPG 20260610133043.0 m cr n 260607r1998||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Lyall, Edna, 1857-1903 The Autobiography of a Slander Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1998 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1998-04-01 Transcribed from the 1890 Longmans, Green, and Co. edition by David Price "The Autobiography of a Slander" by Edna Lyall is a satirical novel written in the late 19th century, specifically during the Victorian era. This fictional work explores the theme of gossip and the damage it can inflict on individuals and relationships. Through the personification of Slander as a character, the narrative delves into how toxic rumors can grow and impact the lives of unsuspecting victims, primarily focusing on the life of Sigismund Zaluski, a Polish merchant. The story unfolds in the quiet town of Muddleton, where the seemingly harmless gossip about Zaluski leads to a series of misunderstandings and ultimately catastrophic consequences for him. The plot introduces various societal figures like Mrs. O'Reilly, who is a source of idle chatter, and Lena Houghton, who perpetuates the rumors based on hearsay. As Zaluski attempts to navigate social entanglements with Gertrude Morley, whom he loves, the slander against him intensifies, leading to his arrest under false pretenses. Ultimately, this novel illustrates the consequences of unsubstantiated tales, culminating in a tragic end where Zaluski, the victim of malicious gossip, dies in prison, leaving Gertrude heartbroken. The text serves as a compelling reminder of the weight of words and the responsibility that comes with sharing them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1273 43389 43389