The Exclusives (vol. 1 of 3) by Lady Charlotte Campbell Bury
"The Exclusives (vol. 1 of 3)" by Lady Charlotte Campbell Bury is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story delves into the lives of a group of fashionable society members, particularly focusing on Lady Tilney, who presides over her boudoir with a strong desire for social power and influence. The narrative explores themes of vanity, exclusiveness, and the complex dynamics within high society, where appearances often mask deeper strugglesand ambitions. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Lady Tilney's flamboyant boudoir, a social hub for authors, politicians, and artists rather than the traditional romances it once symbolized. The opening portion establishes Lady Tilney's authoritative role in shaping the social landscape of her circle while also hinting at her insecurities beneath the surface of her confidence. As Lady Tilney contemplates her ambition to create an exclusive society, she navigates the envious dynamics at play with other high-ranking women, leading to plans for an upcoming gathering intended to showcase her influence. The narrative sets the stage for an exploration of the consequences of such alliances in a world where social standing is currency and moral integrity often takes a backseat to ambition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bury, Charlotte Campbell, Lady, 1775-1861 |
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| Title | The Exclusives (vol. 1 of 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Chris Whitehead and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55744 |
| Release Date | Oct 13, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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