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100 1 _aMitford, Mary Russell,
_d1787-1855
245 1 0 _aMr. Joseph Hanson, The Haberdasher
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-10-02
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Mr. Joseph Hanson, The Haberdasher" by Mary Russell Mitford is a satirical novel written in the early 19th century. The story is set in a small English town and revolves around the character of Mr. Joseph Hanson, a conceited haberdasher who is determined to win the hand of Harriet Parsons, the beautiful daughter of a local tradesman. The book humorously critiques social norms and the art of advertising, reflected in Hanson's persistent and flamboyant attempts to draw customers to his shop through puffery and grand claims. The narrative unfolds as Mr. Hanson, despite his dubious character and questionable background, seeks to marry Harriet Parsons, much to the dismay of her father, John Parsons, a sturdy tradesman with traditional values. The plot thickens as the mayor warns John about Hanson's checkered past, suggesting he has multiple wives hidden in various cities. However, in a twist of fate during the wedding preparations, it is revealed that Hanson has indeed been duplicitous, leaving John and Harriet relieved and grateful to avoid the impending marriage. Through her witty observations and character portrayals, Mitford cleverly showcases the themes of deception, commerce, and societal expectations, leaving readers to ponder the nature of honesty and reputation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aShort stories
653 _aCity and town life -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22841
999 _c63952
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