Table d'Hôte by W. Pett Ridge
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"Table d'Hôte" by W. Pett Ridge is a collection of humorous short stories written during the early 20th century. The writing satirizes various aspects of British social life and often features engaging characters embroiled in amusing and absurd situations, providing a lighthearted look at family dynamics, societal norms, and the quirks of human behavior. The opening of "Table d'Hôte" introduces readers to Mr. and Mrs. Baynes in a humorous domestic scene. Mr.
Baynes attempts to impose a system of fines on his wife for perceived infractions, leading to a comical debate about domestic roles and finances after Mrs. Baynes reveals a legacy from her late uncle. Their banter showcases their contrasting personalities and sets the tone for the story's exploration of marital dynamics and the absurdities of propriety and authority in their household. The interactions between the couple hint at underlying emotional layers, despite their outwardly comedic exchanges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ridge, W. Pett (William Pett), 1859-1930 |
|---|---|
| Title | Table d'Hôte |
| Contents | Change of government -- The target -- Moving pictures -- Country confederates -- Surroundings -- Retiring inspector -- The usurper -- Jules Zwinger -- The leading lady -- Time's method -- Scotter's luck -- Means of transport -- Irene Mercer -- Young nuisances -- My brother Edward -- Savoir faire -- Magnificent remedies. |
| Credits | This etext was transcribed by Les Bowler |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories, English |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | English fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57349 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-57349-6 |
| Release Date | Jun 18, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 412 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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