02267cam a22003133u 4500 1278 UtSlPG 20260610133043.0 m cr n 260607r1998||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith, 1856-1923 Penelope's English Experiences : Being Extracts from the Commonplace Book of Penelope Hamilton Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1998 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1998-04-01 Produced by Les Bowler, and David Widger "Penelope's English Experiences" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a humorous travelogue written in the late 19th century. The work presents the experiences of Penelope Hamilton, an American woman navigating English society alongside her friends, Salemina and Francesca, during their time in London and the countryside. The book delves into cultural observations, social interactions, and the humorous trials of adapting to British customs. The opening of "Penelope's English Experiences" introduces us to the main character, Penelope, and her companions as they settle into Smith's Hotel in London. The setting establishes their dynamic: Penelope as a struggling artist, Salemina as a philanthropist, and Francesca as a carefree young woman enamored with the lavishness of their surroundings. Their initial focus on deciphering the hotel's weekly bill highlights their cultural misunderstandings, particularly in relation to British currency. Through witty observations and a light-hearted tone, the narrative sets the stage for Penelope's humorous critique of English society, her own internal struggles, and the endearing quirks of her companions and the people they encounter. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction Americans -- England -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1278 43394 43394