The Osbornes by E. F. Benson
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| Author | Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic), 1867-1940 |
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| Title | The Osbornes |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Osbornes" by E. F. Benson is a novel written in the early 20th century. It explores themes of social ambition and the upper middle class through the experiences of the Osborne family, who have recently risen to prominence and seek acceptance within London's elite society. The story features various characters central to the Osborne's social endeavors, particularly Mrs. Osborne, who orchestrates extravagant events to secure their status. The beginning of the novel introduces readers to Mr. and Mrs. Osborne, showcasing their lavish new home in Park Lane, where a grand fancy-dress ball is being prepared. The narration provides an in-depth look at their efforts to establish themselves among London's high society, highlighting Mrs. Osborne's relentless pursuit of recognition and the interplay of family dynamics. Details about their decorative choices, memories associated with their rise in status, and their interactions with their sons, Claude and Percy, are woven throughout, setting the stage for upcoming social encounters and personal relationships, particularly concerning Claude's potential romance with Dora West. The opening establishes a rich backdrop of character intentions and social commentary that invites readers to delve deeper into this intricate world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Marriage -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Fiction |
| Subject | Social classes -- England -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58884 |
| Release Date | Feb 14, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 117 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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