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Memoirs of a Mother-in-Law
George R. Sims
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Description for Memoirs of a Mother-in-Law
Hardcover. Rediscovered satirical work by one of the greatest satirists of the turn of the last century. Since mothers-in-law have always been misunderstood and no one has ever taken up their side of the argument properly, Jane is determined to set the record straight and plead the cause of the most maligned race on the face of the earth. Num Pages: 288 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: FC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 205 x 129 x 29. Weight in Grams: 450. Some light shelf wear, else as new
Jane Tressider has never been afraid of speaking her mind, even if she admits that she may have occasionally given offence by doing so. But as a busy mother of nine children, she cannot let such a small foible get in the way of her job, which is to keep her feckless husband on his toes while ensuring the perfect management not just of her own household but also of that of her married daughters and sons. Since mothers-in-law have always been misunderstood and no one has ever taken up their side of the argument properly, Jane is determined ... Read more
Jane Tressider has never been afraid of speaking her mind, even if she admits that she may have occasionally given offence by doing so. But as a busy mother of nine children, she cannot let such a small foible get in the way of her job, which is to keep her feckless husband on his toes while ensuring the perfect management not just of her own household but also of that of her married daughters and sons. Since mothers-in-law have always been misunderstood and no one has ever taken up their side of the argument properly, Jane is determined ... Read more
Product Details
Condition
Used, Like New
Publisher
Alma Classics
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Number of Pages
288
Place of Publication
Richmond, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781847493415
SKU
KRA0009977
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Ref
99-1
About George R. Sims
George R. Sims (1847-1922) was one of the leading satirists and playwrights of his time. A friend of W.S. Gilbert and Ambrose Bierce, he was the author of over thirty plays, some of which enjoyed long runs across Britain.
Reviews for Memoirs of a Mother-in-Law
This rediscovered classic is a satirical gem worth savouring.... Illuminated by priceless quips and farcical shenanigans, the reader is gripped by the quirks of a bygone age.
The Lady
The Lady