Mrs. Ames by E. F. Benson

"Mrs. Ames" by E. F. Benson is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the everyday lives and social dynamics of residents in the small town of Riseborough, focusing particularly on the character of Mrs. Ames, who navigates the intricate webs of societal expectations and personal relationships. Through detailed character interactions and social events, the book explores themes of gossip, hospitality, and the complexities of social status. The opening of the story introduces Mrs. Altham and her husband, who partake in the local gossip and activities while hinting at their connections with Mrs. Ames. It highlights the contrast between their perception of social norms and the often petty intrigues that accompany dinner invitations and neighborhood relationships. As Mrs. Altham embarks on a mission to address a complaint regarding a disappointing breakfast item, the narrative sets the stage for an exploration of societal expectations and the subtleties of human interaction within their close-knit community. Readers are provided a glimpse into their lives and the characters' personalities, hinting at the unfolding drama that will arise from social engagements and the rigid customs of their world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic), 1867-1940
Title Mrs. Ames
Credits Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Married people -- Fiction
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Marriage -- Fiction
Subject Middle class -- England -- Fiction
Subject Middle class women -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 60168
Release Date
Last Update Oct 17, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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