A Modern Pharisee by Silas K. Hocking First Edition Frederick Warne & Co. 1907. A VG copy. Presentation bookplate to front pastedown. No inscriptions and contents clean throughout.

A Modern Pharisee by Silas K. Hocking, published in 1907 by Frederick Warne, is a compelling morality tale steeped in Methodist sensibilities. Set in a vividly drawn Edwardian England, it follows characters grappling with hypocrisy and redemption, reflecting Hocking’s didactic style. With illustrations by Arthur Twidle, the novel explores the tension between outward piety and inner truth, weaving a narrative of personal and social reckoning. Though less famous than Her Benny, its earnest prose and ethical depth resonate. A poignant read for enthusiasts of Victorian fiction, it underscores Hocking’s knack for blending storytelling with moral introspection.