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THE PERVERSENESS OF IT
In the chapter "The Perverseness of It" from "Dolly Dialogues," a conversational interlude unfolds between Mr. Carter and Miss Nellie Phaeton during a drive through the Park. Their dialogue, marked by wit and subtle revelations, navigates through themes of love, marriage, social standings, and personal desires against societal norms. Miss Phaeton's gusto and Mr. Carter's cautious charm underscore a societal critique veiled in humor and irony. They debate the romanticized concept of love versus the…-
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A MATTER OF DUTY
In this chapter of "Dolly Dialogues," the narrator, Mr. Carter, is summoned by Lady Mickleham, née Dolly Foster, fresh from her honeymoon, for a confidential consultation. The conversation gently orbits her adjustment to marriage and the weighty expectations set by her in-laws, with an emphasis on the peculiar and mildly onerous traditions of becoming a part of her husband Archie’s family. Dolly candidly shares her dilemmas about adjusting to her new role, revealing her in-laws' mix of warmth and…-
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MY LAST CHANCE
In "My Last Chance" from the "Dolly Dialogues", the narrative unfolds with Mrs. Hilary Musgrave giving the protagonist, presumably Mr. Carter, a forthright ultimatum. This represents his final opportunity to impress and engage with a suitable match, described as a very nice, pretty girl with a considerable fortune. Mrs. Hilary's patience is thin; she mandates success this time or vows to cease her efforts. The girl in question, Miss Sophia Milton, is described as possessing a slight north-country accent, a…-
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THE LITTLE WRETCH
In this chapter of "Dolly Dialogues," the narrator engages in a conversation with Mrs. Hilary Musgrave about Johnny Tompkins, a young man who had been sent away with instructions to reform himself. Mrs. Musgrave immediately dismisses Johnny as "the little wretch," noting his past thefts that nearly amounted to a thousand, which briefly elevated his social standing. Mr. Carter, the narrator, explores Mrs. Musgrave's awareness and opinion on the matter, revealing that despite Johnny's respectable family…-
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AN EXPENSIVE PRIVILEGE
"An Expensive Privilege" opens with the narrator recounting a particularly uncomfortable situation involving Mrs. Hilary Musgrave and Lady Mickleham, which pits the former's disapproval against the latter. The narrator, surprised by Mrs. Hilary's attitude given her usual broad sympathies and good looks, dives into the history of their discord. The issue began when Mrs. Hilary, unable to attend a gathering due to illness and a visiting cousin, had asked Lady Mickleham (Dolly) to chaperone Miss Phyllis at…-
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A VERY DULL AFFAIR
In "A Very Dull Affair" from the "Dolly Dialogues," the narrative unfolds at Mrs. Hilary Musgrave's house, where the narrator finds himself in company with Mrs. Hilary, her husband Hilary, and little Miss Phyllis. The chapter begins with Mrs. Hilary challenging the narrator's skepticism regarding real love by affirming her exclusive affection for her husband, Hilary. The discussion quickly shifts to reminiscences of how Hilary and Mrs. Hilary met and fell in love, shared in a manner that leaves little Miss…-
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STRANGE, BUT TRUE
During a luncheon at Oxford with his cousin George, an animated and usually jovial member of the university, the narrator is first struck by George's unusual silence and dejected mood. After the meal, as they stroll through the Park, George reveals to his cousin, whom he addresses fondly as "Sam, old boy," that he is miserably in love, prompting a conversation about the perplexing and paradoxical nature of his feelings. George describes being in love as both a torturous condition akin to "Hades" and yet…-
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THE VERY LATEST THING
In "The Very Latest Thing" from the *Dolly Dialogues*, the scene unfolds in a smoking room, where Lady Mickleham introduces Mr. Carter to her novel amusement: an album filled with people's candid opinions of her, sworn by honor to sincerity. Despite Carter's initial reluctance and their playful banter over the privacy and content of such confessions—including a teasing glimpse at the Dowager's lighthearted criticism and a firm refusal to let Carter see Archie's presumably fond remarks—the dialogue…-
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AN UNCOUNTED HOUR
In "An Uncounted Hour" from *Dolly Dialogues*, we find ourselves in a scene rich with casual yet revealing banter, surrounded by the elegant landscape of The Towers. The morning unfolds with Lady Mickleham and the narrator, identified only as Mr. Carter, indulging in an almost whimsical conversation. Set against the backdrop of feeding a retriever pâté de foie gras—much to the dowager's chagrin—the dialogue swings between topics of extravagance, economy, and personal revelations. Lady Mickleham, in a…-
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A REMINISCENCE
In "A Reminiscence" from the Dolly Dialogues, the narrative unfolds through a conversation primarily between Mr. Carter, Miss Phyllis, and Mrs. Hilary. Mrs. Hilary is in the midst of searching for a governess for her younger relatives and is discussing the qualifications and duties of the position, outlining a typical education for young girls. Mr. Carter interjects with personal anecdotes, reminiscing about his encounters with a previous governess under the old apple tree at his father's house, which…-
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