Witty travel fiction following the Robertses on their European exploits A sharp, satire-filled voyage that threads family dynamics, romance schemes, and social mischief through Baden-Baden and beyond.
The book traces a lively cast as they navigate money troubles, flirtations, and the tangled duties of family life while chased by fashionable society. Expect brisk dialogue, comic misunderstandings, and a ringside seat to manners, money, and romance on the road.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a remarkable journey of an aristocratic English family, the Robertses, who embark on an adventurous tour of the German countryside during the 19th century. Led by their ambitious matriarch, Mrs. Roberts, they seek to elevate their social status and find suitable matches for their marriageable daughters. However, their aspirations are constantly challenged by unexpected encounters and humorous misadventures. The narrative explores themes of social hierarchy, familial bonds, and the pursuit of societal acceptance within the context of a rapidly changing world. The author masterfully portrays the characters' struggles to navigate the complexities of their era, offering insights into the customs, values, and social dynamics of the time. Through its witty observations and captivating storytelling, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and its enduring social challenges. 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 9781333715687_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333715687
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333715687
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 348 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 27371922/1
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