The storm of London: a social rhapsody

"The Storm of London: A Social Rhapsody" by Fernande Blaze de Bury is a funny story that makes fun of London society in the 1900s where everyone in London suddenly finds themselves without any clothes, which turns the city upside down and makes people think about who they really are. The main character, the Earl of Somerville, who is rich and used to an easy life, has a hard time understanding why his friends act so silly and mean, and he even thinks about ending his life. Then, when the storm hits and everyone loses their clothes, the Earl has to figure out how to live in this strange new world where no one can hide behind fancy outfits; as he and others try to deal with this crazy situation, they discover important things about themselves and what society expects from them. The beginning of the book shows how silly and pointless the lives of the rich can be, and it also suggests that there are deeper questions about being true to yourself.