The Bath Comedy: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Bath Comedy is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Castle, Egerton (1858–1920); Castle, Agnes (1860–1922).
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"The Bath Comedy" by Agnes Castle and Egerton Castle is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in the elegant and often scandalous society of Bath, focusing on characters embroiled in romantic entanglements and social intrigues during the Georgian era. The two main characters introduced are Lady Standish, who worries about her husband's diminishing affection, and Mistress Kitty Bellairs, a witty widow who offers her friend mischievous advice on how to rekindle love and friendship amid societal expectations. At the start of the novel, the scene is set with a comedic yet dramatic encounter between Lady Standish and Mistress Kitty Bellairs. Lady Standish is distraught over her husband's apparent indifference and believes he no longer loves her, leading to a humorous exchange as Mistress Kitty cleverly jests about the nature of tears and the game of courtship. As they converse, Kitty outlines strategies for Lady Standish to regain her husband’s affection through playful manipulation and making him jealous. The opening sets the tone for a lighthearted comedy of manners, filled with both wit and a touch of drama, hinting at the various misunderstandings and romantic tussles that will ensue as the narrative unfolds.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Bath Comedy
- Author credits: Castle, Egerton (1858–1920); Castle, Agnes (1860–1922)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Bath (England) -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
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