The Parts Men Play: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Parts Men Play is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Baxter, Beverley (1891–1964).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Parts Men Play" by Arthur Beverley Baxter is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set in the midst of a vibrant London society, the story centers around Lady Durwent, an unusual hostess who meticulously curates her dinner parties to gather "unusual people," including her guests H. Stackton Dunckley, the author, and the American writer Austin Selwyn, showcasing the interactions and dynamics between British and American sensibilities. At the start of the narrative, Lady Durwent prepares to host a dinner party, inviting six select guests with a specific purpose. The story introduces various characters, including Dunckley, who grapples with his identity as a struggling author, and Madame Carlotti, an outspoken Italian diplomat's wife. The opening chapters set an engaging scene with the arrival of each character, revealing their quirks and the social tensions present in early 20th-century London. Themes of class, identity, and the contrast between American and British cultures are hinted at as the characters navigate their relationships amid the backdrop of a foggy November morning in the city.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Parts Men Play
- Author credits: Baxter, Beverley (1891–1964)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Americans -- England -- Fiction
- World War, 1914-1918 -- England -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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