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The Unbearable Bassington

Saki Saki

Publisher: Interactive Media

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Summary

The Unbearable Bassington offers an insight into peculiarities of Edwardian society. A novel of manners, an artistic symbol of a social order, and stylish satire often compared to that of Oscar Wilde.
Available since: 07/30/2019.
Print length: 154 pages.

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