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Snaith, J. C. (John Collis)
1876
1936
Snaith, John Collis
12008804
The principal girl
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"The Principal Girl" by J. C. Snaith is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the context of British high society, focusing on themes of class distinction, societal expectations, and romantic entanglements. The narrative's primary character is the young heir to a barony, Philip Shelmerdine, who becomes entangled with the ambitious and talented actress Mary Caspar, who plays the titular role of Cinderella in a pantomime. The opening of the novel introduces readers to Philip Shelmerdine, who is described as the quintessential upper-class young gentleman, navigating the complexities of societal expectations and his own desires amidst the backdrop of London's elite circles. The first chapter establishes the setting in Grosvenor Square, introducing the character of Shelmerdine and his connection to the public through a controversial letter regarding dog privileges, which leads to his social unpopularity. As he struggles with his newfound role as a public figure and grapples with personal relationships, notably with the charismatic Mary Caspar, the stage is set for a humorous yet poignant exploration of love, social standing, and personal identity in a rapidly transforming society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/principalgirl00snai
20181208141748snaith
1912
US
Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Mate selection -- Fiction
Courtship -- Fiction
Marriage -- Fiction
England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
Families -- Fiction
Social classes -- England -- Fiction
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Category: Romance
Category: Humour
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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