London Lavender : An entertainment

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London Lavender : An entertainment

by E. V. (Edward Verrall) Lucas

EN·~6 hours·38 chapters

Chapters

38 total

CHAPTER I

8:39

CHAPTER II

10:55

CHAPTER III

7:57

CHAPTER IV

10:37

CHAPTER V

12:17

CHAPTER VI

10:23

CHAPTER VII

12:26

CHAPTER VIII

10:36

CHAPTER IX

9:26

CHAPTER X

10:51
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Description

In this lively, episodic tale the narrator finds a new home in a bustling London terrace, where the occupants range from an adopted child to a surprisingly articulate orang‑utan. From the moment he steps onto Primrose Terrace, he is drawn into a parade of oddball characters—genteel gentlemen, a red‑haired lady with a penchant for foreign gossip, and a host of quirky neighbors whose conversations sparkle with wit. The opening chapters set a playful stage, blending gentle social satire with a touch of the absurd as the narrator carefully charts the status of his anthropoid companion and the peculiar customs of his new street.

The narrative proceeds as a series of delightful sketches, each offering a fresh glimpse into early‑twentieth‑century London life. Listeners will enjoy witty observations on everything from the latest inventions to the rituals of a makeshift English Saturnalia, all delivered in a light‑hearted, almost theatrical style. With its charming cast and brisk, humour‑laden prose, the story invites you to wander the corridors of Primrose Terrace and share in its gentle, laughter‑filled discoveries.

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Language

en

Duration

~6 hours (380K characters)

Release date

May 24, 2025

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

E. V. (Edward Verrall) Lucas

E. V. (Edward Verrall) Lucas

1868–1938

A prolific English essayist, humorist, and literary wanderer, E. V. Lucas brought wit and warmth to subjects ranging from everyday life to art, travel, and books. He is also remembered for his influential work on Charles Lamb and his long association with Punch.

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