The principal girl by J. C. Snaith

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Author Snaith, J. C. (John Collis), 1876-1936
LoC No. 12008804
Title The principal girl
Original Publication United States: Moffat, Yard and Company,1912.
Note Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits D A Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading D A Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress)
Summary "The Principal Girl" by J. C. Snaith is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the context of British high society, focusing on themes of class distinction, societal expectations, and romantic entanglements. The narrative's primary character is the young heir to a barony, Philip Shelmerdine, who becomes entangled with the ambitious and talented actress Mary Caspar, who plays the titular role of Cinderella in a pantomime. The opening of the novel introduces readers to Philip Shelmerdine, who is described as the quintessential upper-class young gentleman, navigating the complexities of societal expectations and his own desires amidst the backdrop of London's elite circles. The first chapter establishes the setting in Grosvenor Square, introducing the character of Shelmerdine and his connection to the public through a controversial letter regarding dog privileges, which leads to his social unpopularity. As he struggles with his newfound role as a public figure and grapples with personal relationships, notably with the charismatic Mary Caspar, the stage is set for a humorous yet poignant exploration of love, social standing, and personal identity in a rapidly transforming society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Mate selection -- Fiction
Subject Courtship -- Fiction
Subject Marriage -- Fiction
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
Subject Families -- Fiction
Subject Social classes -- England -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 68069
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 14, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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