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Bealby

by H. G. Wells
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9781025292397
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 240
  • Original Price: GBP 25.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 513 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Humorous / General

"Bealby" is a delightful comedic novel by the prolific H.G. Wells that offers a sharp and entertaining look at the rigid social structures of early 20th-century England. The story follows the misadventures of Arthur Bealby, a spirited young boy who is sent to work as a steward's boy in a grand country house. Unwilling to submit to the stifling life of domestic service, Bealby causes a minor catastrophe and flees into the English countryside. His flight leads to a series of farcical encounters with an array of colorful characters, including a beautiful actress on a caravan holiday, a distracted philosopher, and an opportunistic tramp.

Through Bealby's eyes, Wells skewers the pretensions of the upper class and the complexities of the British class system with wit and charm. Far removed from the author's famous science fiction works, "Bealby" showcases Wells's talent for light-hearted social satire and character-driven comedy. This brisk and engaging narrative remains a testament to Wells's versatility as a storyteller, providing a humorous yet insightful exploration of rebellion and the desire for freedom in a highly structured world.

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