An Act in a Backwater

Name: An Act in a Backwater
Author: E. F. Benson

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Can I read An Act in a Backwater in English as a learner?

Yes — read An Act in a Backwater by E. F. Benson in English: the complete original text, with tap-to-translate on every word, audio narration, and saved vocabulary. Its CEFR level is C1. Start with a free sample.

CEFR level: C1
Length: 21 chapters
Format: The complete book

About this book

A retired colonel with a flair for grandiosity navigates the quaint social rituals of a country club, revealing his blustery opinions and charming absurdities. Amidst old cronies and social pretenses, the stage is set for sharp wit and subtle drama.

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It's the complete original text, exactly as E. F. Benson wrote it — nothing rewritten or cut. The built-in translation, saved vocabulary and audio narration are what carry you through the original prose.

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