The Dinner Club: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Dinner Club is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for McNeile, H. C. (Herman Cyril) (1888–1937).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Dinner Club" by H. C. McNeile is a collection of interconnected stories written in the early 20th century. The book introduces a unique concept where six distinguished members from various professions—an Actor, a Barrister, a Doctor, an Ordinary Man, a Soldier, and a Writer—gather as part of a dinner club, each sharing stories from their lives. This structure allows for exploration of different themes and human experiences, often linked through the characters' narrative contributions. At the start of the book, the establishment of the dinner club is discussed, outlining its rules, such as the requirement for a member to provide dinner while telling an engaging story connected to their profession. The opening story, recounted by the Actor, reflects on a poignant experience he had with a young woman who approaches him after a theater performance. This woman, desperate and motivated by an urgency that becomes clear as she shares her plight, seeks the Actor's assistance, setting the stage for a narrative filled with emotion and introspection. The scene captivates not just the characters involved but also introduces readers to the intricate fabric of human connections and ambitions that intertwine their fates.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Dinner Club
- Author credits: McNeile, H. C. (Herman Cyril) (1888–1937)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Men -- Societies and clubs -- Fiction
- Storytelling -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Short Stories
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