Edgar Jepson, Reginald Bathurst Birch

Broschiertes Buch

Happy Pollyooly

Beschreibung

Edgar Jepson's "Happy Pollyooly: The Rich Little Poor Girl" is a delightful social satire set in 20th-century England. This humorous novel explores the contrasting lives of a rich girl and a poor girl, offering a witty commentary on English social life and customs of the era. Jepson masterfully uses the framework of family life to explore broader societal themes. With its engaging narrative and sharp observations, "Happy Pollyooly" remains a timeless and entertaining read. This meticulously prepared print edition brings Jepson's charming story back to readers, offering a glimpse into a bygone era with enduring appeal. Experience the gentle humor and insightful social commentary that have made "Happy Pollyooly" a beloved classic. 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.

Autor

English novelist Edgar Alfred Jepson mostly created mystical and fantasy tales in addition to adventure and detective fiction. He wrote under the pen name Edgar Alfred Jepson and on occasion under the alias R. Edison Page.In Bloomsbury, London, on November 28, 1863, Edgar Jepson was born. He was raised in Kenilworth, Warwickshire, and received his degree from Oxford's Balliol College. After finishing his schooling, he lived in Barbados for a while before relocating to London's King's Bench Walk neighborhood, where he started his writing career. He cooperated with writers including Hugh Clevely, Arthur Machen, and John Gawsworth while writing under the pen name R. Edison Page. For a brief time, he served as the magazine's editor, and he contributed significantly to Richard Barham Middleton's legacy following his passing. He belonged to both the New Bohemians drinking club and the Square Club, which dates back to 1908. On April 12, 1938, Edgar Jepson passed away in his Hampstead home. His former wife Frita Bisham Holmes, the daughter of musician and composer Henry Holmes, as well as his son and both daughters, all survived him.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 231g
• ISBN-13: 9781023015424
• ISBN-10: 1023015420
• Artikelnr.: 74122174