Henry De Halsalle / Richard D'Oyly Hemingway / Richard D’Oyly Hemingway
Librería Samer Atenea
Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
Kálamo Books
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Librería Elías (Asturias)
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Librería Kolima (Madrid)
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''Three Gentlemen From New Caledonia'' is a novel written by Richard D’Oyly Hemingway and first published in 1914. The story follows three wealthy men from New Caledonia, a French territory in the Pacific Ocean, who decide to travel to England to experience the culture and lifestyle of the upper class. The three men, known as Monsieur Dupont, Monsieur Durand, and Monsieur De Launay, are initially welcomed with open arms by the British aristocracy, who are fascinated by their exotic background and lavish spending habits. However, as the trio become more involved in British society, they begin to encounter the darker side of the upper class, including greed, jealousy, and scandal.As the story progresses, the three men must navigate the complex social hierarchy of England, while also dealing with their own personal problems and desires. Along the way, they form relationships with various members of the British elite, including a young woman named Lady Mary, who becomes the object of Monsieur Dupont’s affections.Overall, ''Three Gentlemen From New Caledonia'' is a satirical commentary on the cultural divide between Europe and the Pacific, as well as a critique of the excesses and hypocrisy of the British upper class. Hemingway’s writing is witty and engaging, and his characters are well-developed and memorable. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in early 20th century literature and social commentary.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.
