E. F. Benson's "Make Way for Lucia" encapsulates the delightful intricacies of English society through the comedic rivalry between two formidable heroines, Lucia Lucas and Emmeline 'Mapp' Hargreaves. Spanning six novels and two short stories, this complete series is marked by Benson's keen observation and witty prose, revealing the nuances of social status, ambition, and the complexities of friendship. Set in the idyllic yet deceptively tranquil setting of Tilling, this literary work captures the subtle power struggles and social machinations that underpin a seemingly quaint community, employing a blend of rich characterization and clever dialogue that reflects the style of early 20th-century comedy of manners. E. F. Benson, an English author, was deeply embedded in the world he portrayed, having spent many years in the affluent village life that inspired his narratives. His experiences in a closely-knit society, coupled with his own fascination for the whimsies of human nature, compelled him to create this series. Benson'Äôs background in literature and his interest in the performative aspects of social interactions ensure that his characters are intricately drawn and engaging, providing readers with profound insights beneath the humor. This compilation is highly recommended for readers who enjoy sharp wit, vibrant character interactions, and social satire. "Make Way for Lucia" is not merely entertainment; it is a reflection on human relationships and the societal constructs that shape them. A must-read for fans of comedic literature, this series invites readers to indulge in the delightful chaos of Tilling's social scene.
The Power of Darkness: 560+ Supernatural Thrillers, Macabre Tales & Eerie Mysteries : The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Sweeney Todd, Frankenstein, Dracula, The Haunted House, Dead Souls…
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bookSomething Wicked: 560+ Horror Classics, Macabre Tales & Supernatural Mysteries : The Call of Cthulhu, Frankenstein, Dracula, The Murders in the Rue Morgue, Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde…
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book11 Geisterkrimis im Gruselpaket April 2025
Alfred Bekker, John Devlin, Frank Rehfeld, E F Benson, Orville Emerson, Arthur Leo Zagat
bookMysteriöse Fälle zu Weihnachten : 50 Weihnachtskrimis: Ein aufregender Weihnachtsabend, Das Silberne Kriegsbeil, Markheim, Das Geschäft eines Polizisten, Füllung, Der Geist...
Edgar Wallace, Mary Elizabeth Braddon, Arthur Conan Doyle, R Austin Freeman, G.K. Chesterton, James, Sven Elvestad, Walther Kabel, Robert Louis Stevenson, Saki, Fred M. White, Arthur Cheney Train, Wilkie Collins, Emmuska Orczy, Louisa M. Alcott, Thomas Hardy, Sabine Baring-Gould, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Fergus Hume, John Kendrick Bangs, Jerome K Jerome, Leonard Kip, Grant Allen, Florence Marryat, George MacDonald, Bithia Mary Croker, E F Benson, J.M. Barrie, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, Catherine L. Pirkis, Lucie E. Jackson, William Douglas O'Connor, Charles Dickens
bookDie schwarze Serie, Folge 29: Der Wunschbrunnen
Yves Holland, E F Benson
audiobook50 Weihnachtskrimis : Der blaue Karfunkel, Markheim, Die Wölfe von Cernogratz, Das Silberne Kriegsbeil, Die Vigil an Heiligabend, Wolverden Turm
Arthur Conan Doyle, G.K. Chesterton, Edgar Wallace, Mary Elizabeth Braddon, Robert Louis Stevenson, Fred M. White, Arthur Cheney Train, Wilkie Collins, Thomas Hardy, Sabine Baring-Gould, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Fergus Hume, John Kendrick Bangs, Jerome K Jerome, Leonard Kip, Catherine Crowe, Lucie E. Jackson, William Douglas O'Connor, Frank R. Stockton, James Bowker, Grant Allen, Florence Marryat, Katherine Rickford, J.M. Barrie, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, George MacDonald, Bithia Mary Croker, Catherine L. Pirkis, Saki, Louisa M. Alcott, James, E F Benson
bookDie schönsten Weihnachtskrimis : 50+ Krimis für die Weihnachtszeit (Ausgabe in neuer Übersetzung und Rechtschreibung)
Arthur Conan Doyle, Edgar Wallace, G.K. Chesterton, Sake, R Austin Freeman, Fred M. White, Arthur Cheney Zug, Wilkie Collins, Emmuska Orczy, Louisa M. Alcott, Herr R. James, Thomas Hardy, Robert Louis Stevenson, Sabine Baring-Gould, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Charles Dickens, Fergus Hume, John Kendrick Pony, Hieronymus K. Hieronymus, Leonard Kip, Katharina Crowe, Lucie E. Jackson, William Douglas O'Connor, Frank R. Stockton, James Bowker, Grant Allen, Florence Marryat, Katherine Rickford, J.M. Barrie, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, George MacDonald, Maria Croker, Mary Elizabeth Braddon, Catherine L. Pirkis, E F Benson, Sven Elvestad, Walther Kabel
bookBlack Cat Weekly #147
Shannon Taft, Ron Miller, John Glasby, Hal Charles, Edmond Hamilton, E F Benson, Arthur Leo Zagat, Florence Warden, Ernest Favenc
bookGruselkabinett, Box 45: Folgen 178, 179, 180, 181
E F Benson, E. Heron, H. Heron, Algernon Blackwood, Richard Connell
audiobookTHE GOLDEN BOOK OF WORLD'S GREATEST MYSTERIES – 60+ Detective Stories : A Journey Through the Shadows: Exploring the Evolution of Mystery Fiction
Mark Twain, Edgar Allan Poe, Guy De Maupassant, Thomas Hardy, William Archer, Brander Matthews, Ambrose Bierce, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Wilkie Collins, E F Benson, M. R. James, E. T. A. A Hoffmann, Anton Chekhov, Anna Katherine Green, W. F. Harvey, Fitz-James O’Brien, Katherine Rickford, Pliny the Younger, Helena Blavatsky, A. Conan Doyle, Villiers Adam, C. Moffett, F. Marryat, Théopile Gautier, L. Hearn, C. B. Fernando, R.L. Stevenson, T. W. Hanshew, Sir R. Anderson, R. A. Cram, Joseph L. French
bookPaying Guests (A Satirical Novel) : A Satirical Look at High Society: Wealth, Scandals, and Social Norms in Early 20th Century England
E F Benson
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