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Sea Lady (Version 2)

H. G. Wells

Sea Lady (Version 2)

Sea Lady (Version 2)

H. G. Wells

Published in 1902, 'The Sea Lady' by H.G. Wells tells the story of a mermaid who orchestrates her own rescue to integrate into a respectable English family. Her true aim is to win the affection of a charming but irresponsible young man she once saw swimming. As she navigates the complexities of human society, she critically observes the values of the English gentry while influencing the young man's ambitions and relationships. This novella explores themes of love, ambition, and the clash between the mundane and the extraordinary.

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