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In "The Happy Hypocrite," Max Beerbohm crafts a whimsical fairy tale exploring the themes of artifice and authenticity. The protagonist, Lord George Hell, undergoes a fantastical transformation to win the woman he desires. This satirical novella delves into societal expectations, the pursuit of happiness, and the complex interplay between truth and pretense, all wrapped in Beerbohm's signature wit and ironic charm.

© 2025 Interactive Media (Hljóðbók): 9781802564471
© 2018 Interactive Media (Rafbók): 9781787248700

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Hljóðbók: 28 mars 2025
Rafbók: 10 september 2018

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