How did the author decide to portray London’s social scene in such a whimsical way?
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Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
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How did the author decide to portray London’s social scene in such a whimsical way?
Did anyone else feel a bit conflicted about Miss Pettigrew’s choices — was she brave or naive?
What do you think led to the decision to set the story entirely within a single day?