Miss Lucy In Town

Miss Lucy In Town is a novel written by the renowned English author, Henry Fielding. The book is set in London and follows the story of a young woman named Lucy, who has just arrived in town from the countryside. Lucy is a beautiful and innocent young woman, and her arrival in London causes quite a stir amongst the local gentlemen.As Lucy navigates her way through the social scene of London, she attracts the attention of several suitors, each vying for her hand in marriage. However, Lucy is not interested in any of them and instead falls in love with a young man named Mr. Wilson.The novel is a satirical look at the social mores of 18th century London, and Fielding uses his trademark wit and humor to skewer the hypocrisy and excesses of the upper classes. The book is also a critique of the institution of marriage, with Fielding questioning whether it is possible for two people to truly love each other in a society where marriage is often seen as a means of securing wealth and social status.Overall, Miss Lucy In Town is a charming and witty novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th century London society.Hay. Ay, Madam, these Things would have drest your Ladyship very well an hundred Years ago: But the Fashions are altered. Laced Pinners, indeed! You must cut off your Hair, and get a little Perriwig, and a French Cap; and instead of a great Watch, you must have one so small, that it is impossible it should go; and--But come, this young Lady will instruct You. Pray, Miss, wait on the Lady to her Apartment, and send for proper Tradesmen to dress her; such as the fine Ladies use. Madam, you shall be drest as you ought to be.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.