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But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes
Hardcover
HumorClassic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025319971
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 260
Weight: 1.19
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes is a sharp and sparkling satirical novel that serves as the follow-up to Anita Loos's cultural phenomenon. This work shifts the narrative focus to the life and times of Dorothy Shaw, the savvy and cynical brunette companion to the famous Lorelei Lee. Told through Lorelei's uniquely naive yet perceptive voice, the book recounts Dorothy's journey from her unconventional upbringing to her rise as a showgirl, blending comedic escapades with a biting look at social status in the early twentieth century.
Set against the vibrant and decadent backdrop of the 1920s Jazz Age, the story captures the essence of the flapper era through Loos's signature wit and mastery of vernacular. As Lorelei attempts to chronicle Dorothy's romantic history and help her find a suitable match, the narrative exposes the superficialities of the entertainment industry and the era's rigid social hierarchies. Rich with period charm and timeless social commentary, But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes remains a definitive portrait of the Roaring Twenties and a classic of American humor that explores the intersection of beauty, ambition, and the pursuit of the American Dream.
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