The Romance of His Life, and Other Romances - Cholmondeley, Mary
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Discover a charming glimpse into British social life in "The Romance of His Life, And Other Romances," a delightful collection of short stories by Mary Cholmondeley. Set against the backdrop of 20th-century Great Britain, these tales explore the intricacies of manners, relationships, and the universal yearning for connection. Cholmondeley's keen observations and subtle humor illuminate the romantic pursuits and social customs of her time. Through witty dialogue and engaging narratives, she captures the essence of human interaction with warmth and insight. This edition offers a window into a…mehr

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Discover a charming glimpse into British social life in "The Romance of His Life, And Other Romances," a delightful collection of short stories by Mary Cholmondeley. Set against the backdrop of 20th-century Great Britain, these tales explore the intricacies of manners, relationships, and the universal yearning for connection. Cholmondeley's keen observations and subtle humor illuminate the romantic pursuits and social customs of her time. Through witty dialogue and engaging narratives, she captures the essence of human interaction with warmth and insight. This edition offers a window into a bygone era, where love and courtship were governed by tradition and social expectations. Perfect for readers who appreciate literary fiction with a touch of humor and romance, "The Romance of His Life" is a timeless exploration of the enduring human heart. Experience the wit and wisdom of Mary Cholmondeley in these carefully curated stories, offering a captivating reflection of British society and the eternal quest for love. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Mary Cholmondeley was born on June 8, 1859, and died on July 15, 1925. Her best-selling book Red Pottage parodied narrow-minded country living and religious hypocrisy. In 1918, a silent film version of it was created. Mary Cholmondeley was the third of Rev. Richard Hugh Cholmondeley's (1827 1910) eight children, and his wife Emily Beaumont's (1831 1893) children were born at Hodnet near Market Drayton in Shropshire. Her niece, Stella Benson, was a writer, and her great-uncle, Reginald Heber, was a bishop who wrote hymns. The American novelist Mark Twain was hosted by his uncle, Reginald Cholmondeley of Condover Hall, during his trips to England. Mary's family narrative, Under One Roof (1918), includes excerpts from her sister Hester's poems and diaries, which she composed and maintained before her death in 1892. Following short stays at Leaton, Shropshire, and Farnborough, Warwickshire, the family moved back to Hodnet in 1874 when her father succeeded his father as rector. Despite having asthma, she spent a large portion of the first thirty years of her life supporting her father in his parish work and her ailing mother in running the home. From a young age, she would tell stories to amuse her siblings.