Excellent Women

Book • 2006

Excellent Women is a novel of manners that delves into the life of Mildred Lathbury, a single woman in her thirties, as she navigates her relationships and societal expectations in post-war England.

The novel explores themes of marriage, social roles, and the resilience of women often overlooked by society.

Through Mildred's observations and interactions, Pym offers a nuanced critique of gender roles and societal norms.

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as a comedy of manners with dry, witty British humor, focusing on observations of people in their everyday lives.

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as a favorite author whose work is discussed extensively in the episode.

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