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Synopsis
Hook line: A witty social comedy about love, family schemes, and the theater of small-town life across privilege, pride, and charm.
In this brisk, character-driven tale, a young man named Charlie intrudes on a bustling circle of relatives and friends as he pursues Conny Hargrave. His ironies and candor collide with the family’s plans, teasing social boundaries and exposing both vanity and warmth in equal measure. The setting shifts from the local bank and drawing rooms to country lanes and old gates, where manners are tested by flirtation, pride, and a dash of mischief.
As the chapters unfold, the narrative balances sharp humor with tender moments, revealing how affection and ambition can blur the line between pursuit and pride. The book blends social satire with vivid scenes of villagers, cousins, and scheming uncles, all under the pressure of romance and reputation.
- Meet a cast of vividly drawn relatives and neighbors whose quirks drive both conflict and comedy.
- Experience witty dialogue, social banter, and the playful rise and fall of courtship contrasts.
- Follow a journey from drawing-room chats to country rides and local landmarks that color the romance.
- Enjoy light, period-accurate humor that leans on character and situation rather than plot twists.
Ideal for readers who enjoy genteel humor, social satire, and romantic intrigue set in a bygone era.
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Jilted: Or, My Uncle's Scheme (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book opens with the narrator receiving a letter from his uncle, a wealthy banker, who requests that he move from his leisurely life in France to become a banker's clerk in his firm in a small English country town. The narrator is initially resistant to the idea of leaving his comfortable life in France, but ultimately agrees to the request. The story that follows charts his transition from a carefree young man to a responsible banker, detailing his experiences with the various characters he encounters along the way. The author weaves in a love story and reflections on the nature of freedom and responsibility. Through this insightful and witty narrative, the book explores the themes of personal growth, the pursuit of independence, and the importance of finding one's place in the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330545683_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330545683
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Jilted: Or, My Uncle's Scheme (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 236 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.50 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1330545680
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Jilted : Or, My Uncle's Scheme (Classic Reprint)
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Forgotten Books, 2015
ISBN 10 : 1330545680
ISBN 13 : 9781330545683
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25822989/2
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