Compleat Bachelor
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'Compleat Bachelor' follows the charmingly eccentric Rollo Butterfield, a confirmed bachelor who finds himself at the center of a whirlwind of familial and societal expectations in late Victorian England. With a delightful blend of wit and warmth, the story paints a vivid picture of a time when marriage was considered the ultimate goal for both men and women. However, Rollo, a staunch believer in the joys of bachelorhood, navigates the pressures of societal norms with a certain degree of resistance and a touch of mischievous amusement. As Rollo encounters a colorful cast of characters, from his well-meaning but sometimes overly zealous family to his charming but often complicated circle of friends, the reader is treated to a series of humorous encounters and witty observations. The novel explores themes of personal freedom, social expectations, the dynamics of love and relationships, and the complexities of navigating a society where marriage was seen as the ultimate goal for both men and women. Through Rollo's perspective, the reader is privy to the subtle machinations of social hierarchy and the unspoken rules that govern the interactions between individuals. Ultimately, the book serves as a light-hearted commentary on the conventions of Victorian society while celebrating the unique perspective of an individual who chooses to live life on his own terms, embracing the freedoms and challenges that come with it.Book Details
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Oliver Onions
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George Oliver Onions, who published under the name Oliver Onions, was an English writer of short stories and over 40 novels. He wrote in various genres, but is perhaps best remembered for his ghost st...
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