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Modesta
Paperback
RomanceClassic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025518053
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 282
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.59 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
In Modesta, G.B. Stern presents a witty and spirited exploration of marriage, class, and cultural expectations. The story centers on Laurence, a sophisticated Englishman who becomes enamored with a beautiful but unrefined Italian peasant girl named Modesta. Believing he can mold her into his ideal companion, Laurence marries her and attempts to bring her into his world. However, the experiment takes an unexpected turn when the couple relocates to London, and the power dynamics of their relationship begin to shift in ways Laurence never anticipated.
A clever and satirical play on the themes found in The Taming of the Shrew, this novel offers a sharp critique of social pretension and the romanticized views of the upper class. Stern utilizes her characteristic humor and keen psychological insight to navigate the misunderstandings and conflicts that arise when two very different worlds collide. Modesta stands as a charming example of early twentieth-century British fiction, blending lighthearted comedy with a deeper commentary on identity and the complexities of the human heart.
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