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Thorley Weir is a novel written by Edward Frederic Benson in 1913. The story is set in the fictional village of Thorley Weir, located in the English countryside. The novel revolves around the lives of the village residents and their various interpersonal relationships. The main character of the novel is Miss Mapp, a middle-aged spinster who is obsessed with social status and gossip. She is constantly scheming and plotting to climb the social ladder of Thorley Weir. Other characters include the wealthy and influential Major Flint, the charming and handsome Captain Puffin, and the kind-hearted but naive Miss Ashby. As the story progresses, various scandals and secrets are revealed, causing tension and drama among the villagers. Miss Mapp's schemes often backfire, leading to unexpected consequences. The novel explores themes of social climbing, love, jealousy, and the consequences of gossip.Overall, Thorley Weir is a satirical and humorous portrayal of English village life in the early 20th century. It is a classic work of English literature that continues to be read and enjoyed today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.