Coquette

Name: Coquette
Author: Frank Swinnerton

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A young working-class woman receives a small unexpected sum and sets about remaking her appearance and prospects through careful self-presentation and flirtation. Her efforts to move into greener social pastures draw in neighbors, suitors, and family, producing misunderstandings, rivalries, and difficult choices. Told in three connected sections, the narrative follows the personal consequences of ambition and coquettish behavior while exploring themes of social aspiration, female agency, and the tensions between dependence and the desire for independence in a constrained urban setting.

About the Author

Frank Swinnerton

Frank Swinnerton was an English novelist and biographer, known for his keen observations of human relationships and social dynamics. His literary career spanned several decades, during which he produced a diverse body of work that includes novels, essays, and biographies. Among his notable titles is "Coquette," which explores themes of love and desire, and "R. L. Stevenson," a biography that reflects his admiration for the Scottish author. Swinnerton's writing is characterized by its psychological depth and narrative style, contributing to the literary heritage of early 20th-century England.

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