Publisher's Synopsis
The Young Visitors: Or Mr. Salteena�������s Plan is a charming and humorous novella written by British author Daisy Ashford. The story follows the adventures of Mr. Salteena, a middle-aged man who dreams of becoming a gentleman and marrying a lady of high society. To achieve his goal, he enlists the help of a young girl named Ethel Monticue, who he believes will teach him the ways of the upper class.As the two embark on their journey, they encounter a cast of eccentric characters, including a pompous aristocrat, a mysterious countess, and a precocious young boy. Along the way, Mr. Salteena learns valuable lessons about love, friendship, and the true meaning of class.The Young Visitors is notable for its unique style and tone. The novella was written by Ashford when she was just nine years old, and it features a charming and whimsical voice that captures the innocence and imagination of childhood. Despite its youthful origins, the book has been praised for its wit, humor, and insight into human nature.Overall, The Young Visitors: Or Mr. Salteena�������s Plan is a delightful and entertaining read that will appeal to readers of all ages. Its timeless themes and whimsical style make it a classic of British literature that continues to captivate readers to this day.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.
