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Published on 1952, this novel looks at Mildred Lathbury, one of the “excellent women” that post-War England so depended on. Single and often with private income, they kept the churches and other volunteer organizations and schools going—and the men in charge of these organizations depended on them. But these women are not considered marriage material—Mildred thinks it is because they are so capable. And she spends a lot of time thinking about marriage. Yet even with 3 prospects nothing moves for ...more
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