Monsieur Beaucaire

By Booth Tarkington

Book Overview

Monsieur Beaucaire presents a lively tale shaped by disguise, ambition, and the desire to transcend rigid social boundaries. The opening scenes follow a resourceful visitor who, after being dismissed by the fashionable circles of Bath, adopts an elevated identity to challenge the assumptions that govern status and acceptance. Stepping into this new role allows the protagonist to explore the contrast between appearance and truth, using wit, confidence, and calculated deception to navigate a world that values rank over character. As the story unfolds, encounters filled with humor, rivalry, and subtle power plays highlight how easily perception can be manipulated and how deeply society depends on outward symbols of prestige. Romantic pursuit adds another layer, revealing both the risks and rewards of maintaining a constructed persona while seeking genuine connection. The narrative gradually exposes the tension between aspiration and authenticity, leading to moments where deception collides with integrity. Through its spirited tone and social insight, the book uses mistaken identity and clever improvisation to examine how individuals define themselves within a structured and judgmental environment.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9375555240
• ISBN13: 9789375555247
• Release Date: November 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 5.5" x 8.5"