Italian Hours Henry James
Uncle's Dream
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A humorous story about a manipulative mother's attempts to arrange a marriage between her beautiful daughter and a wealthy elderly nobleman. The story provides an brilliant insight into the desperation, psychology, gossip, and rivalry of provincial merchants trying to better their position in life.
© 2018 Interactive Media (E-bog): 9781787246096
Oversættere: Constance Garnett
Udgivelsesdato
E-bog: 27. juni 2018
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