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050 4 _aPR
100 1 _aQuiller-Couch, Arthur,
_d1863-1944
245 1 4 _aThe Astonishing History of Troy Town
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-12-09
508 _aE-text prepared by Lionel Sear
520 _a"The Astonishing History of Troy Town" by Arthur Quiller-Couch is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a quaint town called Troy, introducing readers to a collection of eccentric characters, including Admiral Buzza and his family, who are part of the local society, revealing the town's dynamics and traditions. The narrative sets a tone filled with whimsical humor and charming observations that paint a vivid picture of life in this unique setting. The opening of the novel presents an evening gathering in the drawing-room of the Misses Limpenny, where local gossip and community relationships are at the forefront. Admiral Buzza leads the conversation, displaying his cantankerous personality as he reacts to local news about the arrival of a new tenant at "The Bower." The lively scene showcases the residents of Troy Town engaging in their daily lives, infused with whimsical details and clever dialogues that characterize their interactions. As curiosity builds around the new arrival, the community's anticipation creates a colorful backdrop against which the story will develop, hinting at the comedic misunderstandings and social dynamics yet to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCornwall (England : County) -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17263
999 _c58651
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