Penelope's English Experiences
The novel follows the story of Penelope Hamilton, a young American woman who travels to England with her family and experiences cultural shock and adjustment difficulties. She struggles to adapt to the strict social norms and customs of English society, particularly in regards to etiquette and propriety. Through her experiences, the novel explores themes of identity, culture clash, and personal growth.
By Kate Douglas Wiggin · First published 1897 · Genre: Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Humor · 25 chapters · 36,588 words
First lines
Smith's Hotel,
10 Dovermarle Street.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Kate Douglas Wiggin
- Date: 1897 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Humor, Social Commentary, Travel Literature
- Length: 36,588 words
- Structure: 25 chapters, 431 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — The narrative is a fictional account of a character's experiences.
- Coming-of-Age — The protagonist undergoes personal growth and development throughout the story.
- Humor — The writing style incorporates comedic elements and wit.
- Social Commentary — The text explores societal norms and cultural differences.
Tags
Coming-of-age · English literature · Education · Social class · Class struggle · Identity formation · Cultural adaptation · Language learning · Immigration · American expatriates · British culture · Satire
Contents
- The Weekly Bill
- The Powdered Footman Smiles
- Eggs a La Coque
- The English Sense of Humour
- A Hyde Park Sunday
- The English Park Lover
- A Ducal Tea-Party
- Tuppenny Travels in London
- A Table of Kindred and Affinity
- Apropos of Advertisements
- The Ball on the Opposite Side
- Patricia Makes her Debut
- A Penelope Secret
- Love and Lavender
- Penelope Dreams
- The Decay of Romance
- Short Stops and Long Bills
- I Meet Mrs. Bobby
- The Heart of the Artist
- A Canticle to Jane
- I Remember, I Remember
- Comfort Cottage
- Tea Served here
- An Unlicensed Victualler
- Et Ego in Arcadia Vixit