Thorley Weir

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Exploring the life and works of Edward Frederic Benson, this description highlights his literary journey, beginning with his debut book and his breakthrough novel, Dodo, known for its sharp satire. Benson's writing encompasses a range of genres, including romance and supernatural melodrama. He revisits the beloved characters from Dodo in subsequent works, capturing the essence of the pre-World War I era and providing a social history of the Great War's impact on society, particularly in Mayfair and the Shires.