Marge Askinforit by Barry Pain
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| Author | Pain, Barry, 1864-1928 |
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| Title | Marge Askinforit |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Marge Askinforit" by Barry Pain is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book introduces the protagonist, Marge, whose full name, Margarine, sets the tone for a humorous and satirical exploration of her life and her eccentric family dynamics. It appears to parody elements of autobiographical writing, allowing readers to glimpse Marge's comically chaotic upbringing and her intriguing perspectives on society. The opening of "Marge Askinforit" presents a vivid picture of Marge’s large and dysfunctional family, filled with peculiar characters, from her siblings with distinctive traits to their various life choices. Marge introduces us to her sisters and brothers, detailing their outrageous personalities and misadventures, setting a whimsical yet critical tone towards societal norms and expectations. Through her witty narration, the reader sees Marge’s unique outlook on her family and the world, particularly her ironic self-assessment and reflections on her life experiences. Overall, the beginning establishes an engaging blend of comedy and critique, inviting readers into Marge's lively and satirical journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Asquith, Margot, 1864-1945 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26024 |
| Release Date | Jul 11, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 83 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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