02461cam a22003373u 4500 38749 UtSlPG 20260610133903.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 2005575321 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Pennell, Elizabeth Robins, 1855-1936 Our House and London out of Our Windows Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-02-02 Produced by Suzanne Shell, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Our House and London out of Our Windows" by Elizabeth Robins Pennell is a memoir written in the early 20th century. The book provides an intimate look into life from the perspective of the author and her partner, as they navigate the challenges of domestic life and the quirks of their hired help in London. The focus on amusing and sometimes poignant anecdotes paints a vivid picture of their home and surroundings, allowing readers to explore both the beauty and difficulties of their experiences. The beginning of the narrative recounts the serendipitous journey the author and her partner undertake in search of a home, leading them to a charming residence on the Thames. As they settle in, the author introduces her first servant, 'Enrietter', who initially seems perfect but quickly leads to a series of dramatic and comical incidents that showcase the complexities of hiring help in London. The author reflects on her expectations versus the reality of domestic life, setting the stage for the many adventures, misadventures, and vibrant characters that populate their world as they seek to create a sense of home amidst the chaos of urban living. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified London (England) -- Description and travel Pennell, Elizabeth Robins, 1855-1936 -- Homes and haunts -- England -- London Pennell, Joseph, 1857-1926 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38749 79588 79588