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Snaith, J. C. (John Collis)
1876
1936
Snaith, John Collis
99002342
Lady Barbarity: A Romance
$aUnited States :$bD. Appleton and Company,$c1899.
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"Lady Barbarity: A Romance" by J. C. Snaith is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story features Lady Barbara Gossiter, also known as Lady Barbarity, whose charm and wit attract admiration and envy. The narrative explores themes of romance, adventure, and the societal expectations of women during that time, with Lady Barbara often disregarding conventions and seeking genuine connections. At the start of the novel, Lady Barbara returns to her ancestral home after a season in London, feeling disillusioned with the shallow pursuits of the elite. Her keen observations on the nature of men and society set the stage for her subsequent actions. The opening also introduces her father, the Earl, who is humorously detailed as he prepares to discuss serious matters of his legacy with his daughter, juxtaposing Barbara's comedic charm with the gravity of life’s realities. As Barbara becomes engrossed in the plight of a young rebel imprisoned nearby, her spirited determination leads her to undertake a daring rescue, setting the tone for the unfolding romance and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/ladybarbarityrom00snai
20190330103743snaith
1899
US
Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Historical fiction
Young women -- Fiction
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Political prisoners -- Fiction
Nobility -- England -- Fiction
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Category: Romance
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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