Count Bunker by J. Storer Clouston
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"Count Bunker" by J. Storer Clouston is a novel likely written during the early 20th century. The narrative centers around the whimsical escapades of Baron Rudolph von Blitzenberg, a German nobleman, who navigates the intricacies of English society after his appointment as an attache to the German embassy in London. Set against the backdrop of aristocratic settings and humorous encounters, the story promises a delightful exploration of cultural clashes and character interactions.
The opening of "Count Bunker" introduces us to Baron Rudolph and his charming English wife, Alicia, as they arrive in London amidst the flurry of high society welcoming them. While the Baron appears outwardly ecstatic, reflecting on the joys of London life, he confides a longing for the freedoms of the past. This desire leads him to contemplate reaching out to his old friend Mandell-Essington, affectionately referred to as "Bonker," despite his wife's concerns. Their reunion hints at the playful mischief and adventures that will unfold as the Baron seeks to reclaim a sense of fun while negotiating the expectations of his new life. With an engaging voice and a humorous tone, the narrative sets the stage for both comedic and heartfelt encounters in the world of the nobility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Clouston, J. Storer (Joseph Storer), 1870-1944 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Count Bunker Being a Bald Yet Veracious Chronicle Containing Some Further Particulars of Two Gentlemen Whose Previous Careers Were Touched Upon in a Tome Entitled "The Lunatic at Large" |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Keller, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories |
| Subject | Nobility -- Germany -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1613 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 1999 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 670 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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