Guy and Pauline
(2023)

Fiction

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PUBLISHED
[United States] : Otbebookpublishing, 2023
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ISBN/ISSN
9783988269577 MWT16443459, 3988269573 16443459
LANGUAGE
English
NOTES

Guy and Pauline is a 1915 novel by the British writer Compton Mackenzie. It was begun on Capri and written in three and a half months, and remained Mackenzie's favourite of his own works. It was published in America with the alternative title of Plashers Mead. The story follows the lives of two young people, Guy and Pauline, as they navigate their way through the complexities of love and relationships in early 20th century England. Guy is a handsome and charming young man who comes from a wealthy family, but he is also restless and dissatisfied with his privileged life. He meets Pauline, a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is also searching for meaning and purpose in her life. The two fall in love and embark on a passionate and tumultuous relationship.As their relationship progresses, Guy and Pauline encounter a series of obstacles and challenges, including societal expectations, family pressures, and personal demons. They must navigate their way through these challenges and find a way to make their love work.The novel is a poignant and insightful portrayal of the complexities of love and relationships, and it offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural mores of early 20th century England

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