My Lady Peggy Goes to Town by Frances Aymar Mathews
"My Lady Peggy Goes to Town" by Frances Aymar Mathews is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the spirited Lady Peggy Burgoyne as she navigates youthful romance, familial obligations, and the societal expectations of her time. The narrative centers on her playful yet tumultuous relationship with Sir Percy, her adventures in London, and her determination to assert her identity amid the chaos of love and social
intrigue. The opening of the story introduces Lady Peggy as she eagerly awaits the return of her lover, Sir Percy, after cutting short a visit to her godmother. As she swings in a plum tree, her playful banter reveals her strong will and whimsical character, hinting at a series of romantic entanglements. Through humorous exchanges with her waiting maid, Chockey, and musings about her various suitors, readers get a glimpse of her vibrant personality. The setup showcases Peggy's inner conflict and her desire for adventure, laying the groundwork for her journey to London, where she seeks not only her heart's desire but also a deeper understanding of herself. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Mathews, Frances Aymar, 1865?-1925 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Fisher, Harrison, 1875-1934 |
| Title | My Lady Peggy Goes to Town |
| Credits |
Produced by KD Weeks, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Regency, 1800-1837 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 50388 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-50388-2 |
| Release Date | Nov 5, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 609 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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