Mr. Joseph Hanson, The Haberdasher by Mary Russell Mitford
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| Author | Mitford, Mary Russell, 1787-1855 |
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| Title | Mr. Joseph Hanson, The Haberdasher |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Mr. Joseph Hanson, The Haberdasher" by Mary Russell Mitford is a satirical novel written in the early 19th century. The story is set in a small English town and revolves around the character of Mr. Joseph Hanson, a conceited haberdasher who is determined to win the hand of Harriet Parsons, the beautiful daughter of a local tradesman. The book humorously critiques social norms and the art of advertising, reflected in Hanson's persistent and flamboyant attempts to draw customers to his shop through puffery and grand claims. The narrative unfolds as Mr. Hanson, despite his dubious character and questionable background, seeks to marry Harriet Parsons, much to the dismay of her father, John Parsons, a sturdy tradesman with traditional values. The plot thickens as the mayor warns John about Hanson's checkered past, suggesting he has multiple wives hidden in various cities. However, in a twist of fate during the wedding preparations, it is revealed that Hanson has indeed been duplicitous, leaving John and Harriet relieved and grateful to avoid the impending marriage. Through her witty observations and character portrayals, Mitford cleverly showcases the themes of deception, commerce, and societal expectations, leaving readers to ponder the nature of honesty and reputation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | City and town life -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22841 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 15, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 46 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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