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Introduction to Sally
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025741475
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 334
Weight: 1.42
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Introduction to Sally is a sparkling social satire and comedic exploration of the burdens and blessings of extraordinary physical beauty. Written by the celebrated author Elizabeth von Arnim, the story follows Sally Pinner, a young woman whose face is so peerlessly beautiful that it causes chaos wherever she goes. Her father, a modest grocer, has spent years attempting to shield her from the world's gaze, but his efforts are upended when Sally marries Jocelyn Luke, a young man from a higher social station.
As Jocelyn attempts to transform Sally into a polished lady of society, the novel delves into the absurdities of class distinctions and the complexities of domestic life. Von Arnim's sharp wit shines as she depicts the clashes between Sally's simple nature and the rigid expectations of the British elite. Introduction to Sally remains a delightful and insightful commentary on how society perceives beauty and the often-humorous struggle for individual identity within the constraints of marriage. Readers will find a masterful blend of humor, romance, and social critique that is a hallmark of von Arnim's literary style.
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