The "Model Husband" Contest
The story revolves around a contest where men compete to be the most ideal husband, with the winner getting to marry a wealthy young woman. The novel explores themes of social class, marriage, and the societal expectations placed on individuals.
By Thomas Anstey Guthrie · First published 1916 · Genre: Comedy, Satire, Drama · 1,245 words
First lines
_Scene the First -- At the GALAHAD-GREEN'S._
MRS. G. -G. Galahad!
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The "Model Husband" Contest is listed on Textopian as a short story by Thomas Anstey Guthrie, dated 1916 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Thomas Anstey Guthrie
- Date: 1916 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Comedy, Satire, Drama, Romance, Social Commentary
- Length: 1,245 words
- Structure: 1 section, 24 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Comedy — The book employs humor through exaggerated character traits and situations, particularly in the context of a contest for the 'Model Husband'.
- Satire — It critiques societal norms and expectations of marriage and gender roles through a humorous lens.
- Drama — The interactions between the characters reveal emotional dynamics and conflicts within marital relationships.
- Romance — The narrative explores romantic relationships and the idealization of spouses, albeit in a comedic context.
Tags
Humor · Satire · Marriage · Competition · Social commentary · Irony · Witty dialogue · Upper class · Victorian era · British literature · Domestic life · Gender roles