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Carnival, Classics To Go

Carnival is a 1912 novel by the British writer Compton Mackenzie. A London ballet dancer falls in love with an aristocrat, but refuses to become his mistress and instead marries a Cornish farmer with ultimately tragic consequences. It was a commercial and critical success on its release.

Compton MacKenzie

Compton MacKenzie (1883-1972) was a Scottish author, poet, and journalist known for his diverse literary output, which included novels, non-fiction, plays, and poetry. He is best known for his humorous and satirical novels, as well as his involvement in the cultural and literary scene in Britain during the early 20th century. Compton MacKenzie's literary output, marked by his satirical novels and contributions to various art forms, has left a lasting imprint on British literature and the cultural landscape of his era. He is remembered as a versatile writer who explored the humorous and eccentric aspects of society through his works.

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