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_aBenson, E. F. _q(Edward Frederic), _d1867-1940 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Osbornes |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2019 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2019-02-14 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"The Osbornes" by E. F. Benson is a novel written in the early 20th century. It explores themes of social ambition and the upper middle class through the experiences of the Osborne family, who have recently risen to prominence and seek acceptance within London's elite society. The story features various characters central to the Osborne's social endeavors, particularly Mrs. Osborne, who orchestrates extravagant events to secure their status. The beginning of the novel introduces readers to Mr. and Mrs. Osborne, showcasing their lavish new home in Park Lane, where a grand fancy-dress ball is being prepared. The narration provides an in-depth look at their efforts to establish themselves among London's high society, highlighting Mrs. Osborne's relentless pursuit of recognition and the interplay of family dynamics. Details about their decorative choices, memories associated with their rise in status, and their interactions with their sons, Claude and Percy, are woven throughout, setting the stage for upcoming social encounters and personal relationships, particularly concerning Claude's potential romance with Dora West. The opening establishes a rich backdrop of character intentions and social commentary that invites readers to delve deeper into this intricate world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aMarriage -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aEngland -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aFamilies -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aSocial classes -- England -- Fiction | ||
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