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by E. V. (Edward Verrall) Lucas
CHAPTER I
CHAPTER II
CHAPTER III
CHAPTER IV
CHAPTER V
CHAPTER VI
CHAPTER VII
CHAPTER VIII
CHAPTER IX
CHAPTER X
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.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (380K characters)
Release date
2025-05-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1868–1938
Best known for his warm, witty essays, this prolific English man of letters also moved easily through biography, travel writing, publishing, and the world of magazines. His work has an easy, companionable charm that helped make him a favorite of early 20th-century readers.
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