Lecture 5: Nancy Mitford’s The Pursuit of Love Part 3

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Lecture 5: Nancy Mitford’s The Pursuit of Love Part 3

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Jul 24, 2023

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In part three, Kimberly discusses the artful depiction of maternity, Mitford’s humor, the novel’s blend of comedy/tragedy and the close of the book.

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Jul 24, 2023

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Lecture 5: Nancy Mitford’s The Pursuit of Love Part 3

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