Ward McAllister's memoir, "Society As I Have Found It," incites outrage among New York's elite, leading to tensions and conflict among key figures including Mrs. Astor, Mamie Fish, and Bertha Russell. The narrative takes a darker turn with the death of John Adams, which becomes a source of grief for Oscar, who struggles with his emotional health following the loss. He is given a letter from John by his sister, which compound his feelings of isolation at the funeral and his subsequent confrontation with Agnes highlights the impact of John's death on his life.
Mrs. Astor's daughter Charlotte's inquiry about the disturbance leads to her mother's curt response, 'Everything,' highlighting the tension and turmoil within New York's elite society.
Ward McAllister's memoir has caused an uproar among New York's high society, leading to increased ostracism and coldness towards him from prominent figures such as Mamie Fish and Bertha Russell.
The tragic death of John Adams, an event that was overshadowed by society gossip, prompts Oscar to spiral into depression, showcasing the consequences of loss within a tight-knit community.
Oscar's confrontation with Agnes marks a turning point for his character, revealing his emotional turmoil post John's death and his feelings of estrangement at the funeral.
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