Britain / 18th Century
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Britain / 18th Century
A poem based on fact: a haughty lady in her carriage will not let a gentleman pass so he (and the rest on the street) walk through her carriage Date: 1751
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1751 Based Fact Gentleman Haughty Pass Poem Rest Walk
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In the heart of 18th century Britain, where the grandeur of the elite intertwined with the humdrum lives of the common folk, a scene of social etiquette and obstinacy unfolded on a bustling city street. The year was 1751, and the crisp autumn air carried whispers of change, yet the rigid norms of the era remained unyielding. Amidst the cobblestones and horse-drawn carriages, a haughty lady of distinction sat ensconced in her elegant carriage, her regal countenance unmarred by the world outside. Her satin gown, the color of a ripe chestnut, shimmered in the fading sunlight, a stark contrast to the drab attire of the townspeople who milled about her. A gentleman, resplendent in a well-tailored coat and trousers, approached, intent on passing her carriage. Yet, as he reached the pavement, the lady's imperious gaze bore down upon him, her lips curling in disdain. With a haughty wave of her hand, she signaled her coachman to remain, refusing to yield the right-of-way. The gentleman, taken aback by her audacity, hesitated, but the crowd behind him grew restless. With a resigned sigh, he joined the throng of people who were now forced to walk around the obstinate carriage, their footsteps echoing on the cobblestones in a rhythmic symphony of frustration. And so, the haughty lady's carriage stood, a symbol of her unyielding pride and the rigid social hierarchy of the era. The sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows on the cobblestones, as the world continued to turn, oblivious to the petty squabble that had transpired on this bustling 18th century street. This poem, based on fact, recounts an incident that encapsulates the social scenes of the 18th century, where the whims of the elite often dictated the daily lives of the common folk. The image, a snapshot of history, offers a glimpse into the past, a time when the rigid norms of society held sway, and the smallest of gestures could spark a ripple effect that echoed through the streets of Britain.
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