The City of Masks by George Barr McCutcheon

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Author McCutcheon, George Barr, 1866-1928
Illustrator Preston, May Wilson, 1873-1949
Title The City of Masks
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Summary "The City of Masks" by George Barr McCutcheon is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to explore themes of identity, social class, and the contrast between appearance and reality, centering on characters from various aristocratic backgrounds navigating life in New York City. The opening chapters introduce key figures such as the Marchioness, who runs a fashion salon and enjoys hosting high-society gatherings, and Lady Jane Thorne, a governess with noble lineage who interacts with a range of characters from the city's elite, hinting at intrigue and personal conflicts that will likely develop throughout the book. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to the Marchioness as she prepares to host a dinner party, where she is informed about the arrival of her guest, Lady Jane Thorne. The atmosphere is set against a backdrop of a blizzard, adding an air of tension. The Marchioness is well-aware of the social dynamics at play and hints at her eclectic circle of acquaintances from different European aristocracies. As the guests arrive, including a Turk and various counts and princes, a sense of drama and social maneuvering emerges. Lady Jane Thorne's backstory is gradually revealed, suggesting her struggle for independence following a noble but impoverished childhood, establishing a connection between her past and the societal masks people wear in the bustling city of New York. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction
Subject Aristocracy (Social class) -- Fiction
Subject Europeans -- United States -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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