The True Grecian Bend: A Story In Verse (1868) is a book written by author Larry Leigh. The book is a narrative poem that tells the story of a young woman named Miss Dolly Dutton who is obsessed with the latest fashion trend, the Grecian Bend. The Grecian Bend was a popular style in the 1860s that involved women tilting their upper bodies forward to create a curved posture. Miss Dutton becomes so obsessed with the Grecian Bend that she begins to neglect her health and well-being. She spends all her time practicing the posture and attending social events to show off her new look. However, her obsession leads to her downfall as she becomes ill and is forced to give up the trend. The True Grecian Bend: A Story In Verse is a satirical commentary on the absurdity of fashion trends and the unhealthy obsession that people can develop with them. The book is written in a light and humorous tone, with witty rhymes and playful language. It offers a unique perspective on the fashion trends of the 1860s and the societal pressures that women faced during that time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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