Mrs. Perkins's Ball is a short story by William Makepeace Thackeray, first published in 1847. The story is set in early 19th century England and follows the preparations and events of a ball hosted by Mrs. Perkins, a middle-class widow. The ball is attended by a variety of characters from different social classes, including aristocrats, clerks, and tradespeople. Thackeray's witty and satirical narrative explores the social dynamics and class tensions...
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