02384cam a22003373u 4500 59249 UtSlPG 20260610134350.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Firbank, Ronald, 1886-1926 The flower beneath the foot Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-04-11 Produced by Tim Lindell, Wayne Hammond and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "The Flower Beneath the Foot" by Ronald Firbank is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the early life of St. Laura de Nazianzi, capturing the peculiarities of court life and the complex dynamics of royal families in a presumably fictional setting. Characters like the Queen, Countess Medusa Rappa, and the young Prince Yousef are introduced, hinting at an exploration of intrigue, personal desires, and societal expectations within the lavish yet oppressive world of nobility. At the start of the novel, the atmosphere is infused with anticipation as the royal court prepares for a festive occasion honoring King Jotifa and Queen Thleeanouhee. The opening reveals characters grappling with their emotional states amid courtly gossip, misgivings about imminent appearances, and the nuanced relationships among nobles, such as the young and spirited Mademoiselle de Nazianzi and her suitor Yousef. Their interactions provide a glimpse into the intricate social fabric of their world, setting the stage for a tale rich in irony, satire, and perceptive commentary on identity and ambition in a dazzling yet isolating environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Courts and courtiers -- Fiction Nuns -- Fiction John, Augustus, 1878-1961 Lewis, Wyndham, 1882-1957 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59249 100075 100075