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Attendees, particularly women, were prone to fainting spells, a testament to the overwhelming conditions of these gatherings. In a matter of 15 to 20 minutes, the event would often dissolve, only for the guests to move on to the next gathering on their increasingly busy social itinerary. It was not uncommon for the wealthy to participate in five or six routs in one evening, engaging in what could essentially be termed a pub crawl, albeit one with a markedly different atmosphere.