""A Battling Life, Chiefly In The Civil Service"" is an autobiography written by Thomas Baker and published in 1885. The book chronicles Baker's life and career, primarily within the civil service. Baker's story is one of perseverance and determination, as he recounts the many obstacles he faced as a civil servant and how he overcame them.In addition to his personal story, Baker also includes several ""fugitive papers"" on subjects of public importance...