02370cam a22003373u 4500 33353 UtSlPG 20260610133748.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Jenkins, Herbert George, 1876-1923 Patricia Brent, Spinster Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-08-05 Produced by Al Haines "Patricia Brent, Spinster" by Herbert George Jenkins is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the main character, Patricia Brent, who grapples with the loneliness of her life as a woman of twenty-four living in a boarding house, referred to as Galvin House, where society's expectations weigh heavily on her. Facing condescending remarks about her lack of romantic connections, Patricia impulsively declares she is engaged to a fictitious officer, leading to a cascade of comedic complications. At the start of the novel, Patricia overhears a discussion among her fellow boarders about her solitary existence, which leaves her embarrassed and stung by their pity. In an impulsive reaction, she fabricates a story about having a fiancé, claiming she will be dining with him at a prestigious restaurant, the Quadrant Grill-room. This bold declaration creates an awkward yet humorous scenario as she seeks the help of a real young officer, Lt.-Col. Lord Peter Bowen, to maintain her ruse. The opening chapters set the tone for a witty exploration of the societal pressures faced by women, particularly regarding love and marriage, while also showcasing Patricia's fiery spirit and depth amidst the comedic backdrop of her interactions with the colorful characters at Galvin House. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Love stories Single women -- Fiction Boardinghouses -- Fiction England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33353 74199 74199