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Overlooked

By Maurice Baring
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A blind narrator sent to a seaside spa chronicles his conversations and observations as a novelist friend plans a holiday novel around the spa's visitors. Their circle includes a worldly princess, a lively hostess, and the elusive Miss Jean Brandon, whom the novelist depicts as outwardly striking but inwardly dreamless. The narrative interweaves social scenes, character sketches and the novelist's imaginative theorizing, exploring perception, the contrast between appearance and inner life, missed chances at happiness, and the creative process of turning observed detail into fiction.

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Maurice Baring

Maurice Baring was an English author and playwright known for his insightful explorations of Russian culture and literature. His notable works include "A Year in Russia," which reflects his experiences and observations during his time in the country, and "An Outline of Russian Literature," where he delves into the rich literary heritage of Russia. Baring's writing often combines elements of travel, drama, and poetry, as seen in his collections such as "Diminutive Dramas" and "Poems, 1914-1919." His diverse contributions to literature encompass essays, stories, and reflections that continue to resonate with readers interested in the intersections of culture and art.

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