Seven Wives and Seven Prisons; Or, Experiences in the Life of a Matrimonial Monomaniac
by L. A. Abbott
'Seven Wives and Seven Prisons; Or, Experiences in the Life of a Matrimonial Monomaniac' Summary
L.A. Abbott's 'Seven Wives and Seven Prisons' is a humorous and self-deprecating memoir chronicling the author's whirlwind of marriages and subsequent imprisonments. Through a blend of irony, absurdity, and whimsical storytelling, Abbott recounts his unconventional life, revealing his obsessive pursuit of finding 'the right one' and the consequences of his actions. The book explores themes of relationships, marriage, societal norms, and the human tendency to make unconventional choices.Book Details
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