02496cam a22003253u 4500 50496 UtSlPG 20260610134148.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Frederic, Harold, 1856-1898 Mrs Albert Grundy—Observations in Philistia Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-11-19 Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive "Mrs Albert Grundy—Observations in Philistia" by Harold Frederic is a fictional work likely written during the late 19th century. The narrative introduces Mrs. Albert Grundy, a social matron representing a satirical take on the standards and behaviors of the British middle class, particularly focusing on the themes of respectability and propriety within her domestic sphere. The story reflects on the paradoxes and contradictions inherent in societal norms and expectations, especially as they relate to gender and class. At the start of the story, we are presented with a glimpse into the life of Mrs. Grundy and her family in their home, "Fernbank." The opening details her preoccupation with maintaining a respectable household, her reluctance towards contemporary literature deemed inappropriate for her daughters, and her thoughts on a recent scandal surrounding a novel written by a controversial author. The narrative relocates to a dinner party with various guests, revealing a tension between social aspirations and the mundane realities of life, showcasing the trivialities of societal interactions and the intricacies of personal relationships. This opening serves to establish the tone of satire, hinting at deeper commentaries on the moral fabric of society as seen through the lens of a concerned mother and community figure. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Middle class -- England -- History -- 19th century -- Humor England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Humor Social classes -- England -- Humor https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50496 91334 91334