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Title: These charming people : being a tapestry of the fortunes, follies, adventures, gallantries and general activities of Shelmerdene (that lovely lady), Lord Tarlyon, Mr. Michael Wagstaffe, Mr. Ralph Wyndham Trevor and some others of their friends of the lighter sort
Original Publication: NYC: George H. Doran Company, 1924.
Note: Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net
Summary: "These Charming People" by Michael Arlen is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book presents a vivid tapestry of the lives, loves, and ambitions of a diverse set of characters, primarily revolving around the intriguing figure of Shelmerdene, known for her charm and complicated romantic entanglements. The narrative delves deeply into social dynamics and human emotions, particularly how these characters navigate their relationships and societal expectations. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Shelmerdene as she returns to England from Persia, greeted with a lavish house party at Malmanor Park. Among the gathering are various personalities, including the struggling writer Raymond Paris, who quickly becomes enchanted by Shelmerdene’s allure. Shelmerdene shares a poignant story about her unfulfilling past love, illuminating her internal struggles and desires. This opening portion establishes not only the central characters and their interrelations but also the themes of love, longing, and the quest for connection amidst societal constraints, setting a rich stage for the adventures and follies that are to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Arlen, Michael, 1895-1956
EBook No.: 72477
Published: Dec 22, 2023
Downloads: 78
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: These charming people : being a tapestry of the fortunes, follies, adventures, gallantries and general activities of Shelmerdene (that lovely lady), Lord Tarlyon, Mr. Michael Wagstaffe, Mr. Ralph Wyndham Trevor and some others of their friends of the lighter sort
Original Publication: NYC: George H. Doran Company, 1924.
Note: Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net
Summary: "These Charming People" by Michael Arlen is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book presents a vivid tapestry of the lives, loves, and ambitions of a diverse set of characters, primarily revolving around the intriguing figure of Shelmerdene, known for her charm and complicated romantic entanglements. The narrative delves deeply into social dynamics and human emotions, particularly how these characters navigate their relationships and societal expectations. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Shelmerdene as she returns to England from Persia, greeted with a lavish house party at Malmanor Park. Among the gathering are various personalities, including the struggling writer Raymond Paris, who quickly becomes enchanted by Shelmerdene’s allure. Shelmerdene shares a poignant story about her unfulfilling past love, illuminating her internal struggles and desires. This opening portion establishes not only the central characters and their interrelations but also the themes of love, longing, and the quest for connection amidst societal constraints, setting a rich stage for the adventures and follies that are to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Arlen, Michael, 1895-1956
EBook No.: 72477
Published: Dec 22, 2023
Downloads: 78
Language: English
Subject: London (England) -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.