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Classics · WarmA spinster, her neighbours and the church
Excellent Women
by Barbara Pym
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What it is about
Mildred Lathbury, a clergyman’s daughter, observes her neighbours. Pym’s 1952 novel is a classic comedy of manners.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy classic novels that have stayed in print, with a warm mood and an unhurried pace. It is an easy read.
Themes: Church · Comedy · Women
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