An Act in a Backwater: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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An Act in a Backwater is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic) (1867–1940).
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"An Act in a Backwater" by E. F. Benson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a small English town and introduces Colonel Raymond, a retired military man with a penchant for pompousness and a desire to associate with the aristocracy. As events begin to unfold following the death of a noble relative, the narrative explores themes of class, the absurdities of social pretensions, and family dynamics. At the start of the story, Colonel Raymond diligently follows his routine as he heads to the Wroxton County Club, where his eccentricities and overbearing personality become evident. The narrative humorously illustrates his interactions with other characters, particularly his obsession with status and his noble relative, Lord Avesham. Following the announcement of Avesham's death, Colonel Raymond's thoughts reveal his anxieties regarding the implications for his own standing in the town, setting the stage for conflicts and encounters that will arise as the Avesham family moves into the area, complicating his efforts to maintain his perceived superiority. The opening chapters lay an intriguing foundation for exploring the interplay of social class and personal ambition in this seemingly idyllic backwater.
Book and edition facts
- Title: An Act in a Backwater
- Author credits: Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic) (1867–1940)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- City and town life -- Fiction
- Courtship -- Fiction
- England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
- Siblings -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
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