Miss Mapp by E. F. Benson

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Author Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic), 1867-1940
Title Miss Mapp
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Summary "Miss Mapp" by E. F. Benson is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work is characterized by its sharp wit and insightful observations of social dynamics and is set in the fictional English town of Tilling. The story primarily revolves around the main character, Miss Elizabeth Mapp, a middle-aged woman known for her keen curiosity and tendency for social espionage as she navigates her relationships with her eccentric neighbors, particularly focusing on her rivalries and intrigues with characters like Major Flint and Captain Puffin. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Miss Mapp as she vigilantly observes the happenings in her quaint town from the comfort of her garden-room window. She displays a mix of anger and curiosity, driven by her need to monitor the lives of her neighbors for potential gossip and the occasional opportunity for social maneuvering. Her observations reveal a cast of colorful characters, and the dynamics of her friendships and rivalries unfold, especially concerning a bridge party hosted by Mrs. Poppit. As the narrative progresses, we see the comedic tension and social intricacies at play in Miss Mapp's life, setting the stage for the amusing conflicts that characterize the rest of the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Humorous stories
Subject Female friendship -- Fiction
Subject Women -- England -- Fiction
Subject Mapp, Miss (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 25919
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 24, 2016
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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