The Fine Lady's Airs (1709)(Paperback, active 1700-1709 Thomas Baker)
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The plot centers around a group of fashionable ladies and gentlemen, engaging in witty banter and romantic entanglements. Through clever dialogue and situational comedy, Baker examines the complexities of courtship, the nature of desire, and the pretensions of the upper class. The characters often navigate misunderstandings and deceptions, leading to humorous situations that ultimately reveal their true intentions and feelings.Baker's writing showcases his ability to capture the language and social mores of his time, offering insights into the lives of the aristocracy and their pursuit of love and social status. The Fine Lady's Airs also critiques the superficiality of societal expectations, particularly the pressures on women to conform to certain ideals of femininity and elegance.