I know what you're talking about, and it still goes on in some modern novels that are not 'top sellers' for that reason probably. I steer clear of Charles Dickens and always have. Paid by the word or page and it shows it.
Another set of novels, "Dance to the Music of Time" by Anthony Powell will pull you right into a social group in mid-20th century England. Beautiful writing and some odd and interesting characters - all well developed.
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