The Whirl: A Romance of Washington Society by Foxcroft Davis
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| Creator | Davis, Foxcroft, 1860-1916 |
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| Illustrator | Fisher, Harrison, 1875-1934 |
| Illustrator | Justice, Martin, 1869-1961 |
| Title | The Whirl: A Romance of Washington Society |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "The Whirl: A Romance of Washington Society" by Foxcroft Davis is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on Sir Percy Carlyon, the new First Secretary of the British Embassy in Washington, who is navigating both his diplomatic career and his complex feelings towards American society, particularly American women. The narrative begins with his reflections during a solitary winter walk, hinting at his ambitions and the romantic entanglements that may arise in his new position. The opening of the novel establishes Sir Percy as a self-reflective character, filled with hopes and regrets, particularly concerning his past infatuation with Alicia Vernon, the daughter of General Talbott. He grapples with his disdain for American women while acknowledging their allure, as he prepares to attend his first ball at the Embassy. Here, readers are introduced to a lively depiction of Washington society, where he encounters a variety of characters, including the charming Lucy Armytage, who captures his attention despite his initial resolves. The narrative sets the stage for themes of ambition, ill-fated romances, and cultural clashes as Sir Percy becomes further entangled in both the political and social whirl of American life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Washington (D.C.) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Socialites -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45100 |
| Release Date | Mar 9, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 76 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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