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Anna
Apr 13, 2015 rated it it was amazing
First published in 1952 this humorous book which is set in the Pimlico area of London is wonderful to read and provides the reader with a slice of English social history and a people gone by. It has a quintessentially English feel and I loved every word.

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Rachel
Dec 10, 2017 rated it it was amazing
I don't remember the last time I read anything as funny as this! My favorite moments are when (view spoiler) and (view spoiler) ...more
Julie
Dec 29, 2022 rated it really liked it
A quiet, unassuming book that packs a surprising feminist punch. I see why it is such a classic, though it is slow going at times and I had to push myself at times to finish. I’m so glad I did!
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Jun 28, 2007 rated it liked it
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Apr 13, 2009 rated it it was amazing
Terri FL
Sep 20, 2010 marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition
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Amanda
Jul 13, 2015 marked it as to-read
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Oct 26, 2019 rated it it was amazing
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Phoebe
Aug 21, 2020 rated it it was amazing  ·  review of another edition
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