Collected Works of E. M. Delafield: The Complete Provincial Lady Series, 15 Novels, Short Story Collections & Plays (Illustrated)
Collected Works of E. M. Delafield: The Complete Provincial Lady Series, 15 Novels, Short Story Collections & Plays (Illustrated)

Author: E. M. Delafield

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2024-01-07

Total Pages: 2835

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The Collected Works of E. M. Delafield: The Complete Provincial Lady Series, 15 Novels, Short Story Collections & Plays (Illustrated) is a masterful collection showcasing the wit and charm of Delafield's writing. Set in the early 20th century, the novels explore the life of an upper-middle-class woman living in the English countryside, providing a humorous and insightful look into the nuances of society and relationships. Delafield's prose is elegant and her characters are unforgettable, making this collection a must-read for fans of classic British literature. Each work in the collection is a gem, offering a unique glimpse into the world of the Provincial Lady and her witty observations on everyday life. Delafield's writing style is both sophisticated and engaging, drawing readers into the lives of her characters with warmth and humor. The Complete Provincial Lady Series is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its delightful storytelling and timeless themes. E. M. Delafield's collection is a literary treasure that deserves a place on the bookshelves of every avid reader, providing an enriching reading experience that will linger in the mind long after the final page is turned.

The Collected Works of E. M. Delafield (Illustrated Edition)
The Collected Works of E. M. Delafield (Illustrated Edition)

Author: E. M. Delafield

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-20

Total Pages: 2836

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The Collected Works of E. M. Delafield (Illustrated Edition) is a comprehensive collection of the acclaimed author's literary masterpieces, showcasing her keen wit and social commentary. Delafield's writing style is characterized by sharp humor and astute observations on the manners and mores of early 20th-century England. This illustrated edition provides a visually engaging experience, adding another dimension to Delafield's insightful storytelling and satire. The themes of women's roles, class distinctions, and societal expectations are prevalent throughout her works, making this collection a valuable snapshot of British literature during the interwar period. E. M. Delafield, a pseudonym for Edmée Elizabeth Monica Dashwood, drew inspiration from her own experiences as a woman navigating the constraints of English society. Her background as a member of the upper-middle class allowed her to offer a unique perspective on the societal expectations imposed on women of her time. Delafield's wit and humor are evident in her writings, providing readers with a delightful and thought-provoking literary experience. Fans of classic British literature and social commentary will find The Collected Works of E. M. Delafield (Illustrated Edition) to be a captivating read, offering a glimpse into the complexities of early 20th-century England while showcasing the enduring relevance of Delafield's keen observations and satirical wit.

The Collected Works of E. M. Delafield (Illustrated)
The Collected Works of E. M. Delafield (Illustrated)

Author: E. M. Delafield

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2024-01-07

Total Pages: 2835

ISBN-13:

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The Collected Works of E. M. Delafield (Illustrated) is a comprehensive collection of the renowned author's works, spanning various genres such as fiction, non-fiction, and humor. Delafield's literary style is characterized by its wit, social commentary, and keen observation of early 20th-century British society. The collection offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by women during that era, as well as Delafield's unique perspective on topics such as marriage, class, and gender roles. Delafield's satirical tone and sharp wit make her works both entertaining and thought-provoking, appealing to readers interested in British literature and feminism. The inclusion of illustrations enhances the reading experience, capturing the essence of Delafield's storytelling. E. M. Delafield's diverse body of work and insightful commentary make The Collected Works of E. M. Delafield (Illustrated) a must-read for fans of classic literature and social commentary.

Middlemarch (Unabridged)
Middlemarch (Unabridged)

Author: George Eliot

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-12-01

Total Pages: 841

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This eBook has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Middlemarch, A Study of Provincial Life is centered on the lives of the residents of Middlemarch, a fictitious Midlands town, from 1829 onwards—the years preceding the 1832 Reform Act. The narrative is variably considered to consist of three or four plots of unequal emphasis: the life of Dorothea Brooke; the career of Tertius Lydgate; the courtship of Mary Garth by Fred Vincy; and the disgrace of Nicholas Bulstrode. Significant themes include the status of women, the nature of marriage, idealism, self-interest, religion, hypocrisy, political reform, and education.

The Bell Jar
The Bell Jar

Author: Sylvia Plath

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-18

Total Pages: 228

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This carefully crafted ebook: "The Bell Jar" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Esther Greenwood, a young woman from the suburbs of Boston, gains a summer internship at a prominent magazine in New York City, under editor Jay Cee; however, Esther is neither stimulated nor excited by either the big city or the glamorous culture and lifestyle that girls her age are expected to idolize and emulate. She instead finds her experience to be frightening and disorienting. From hereafter her mental state keeps deteriorating until she starts feeling helpless as if being kept inside a glass bell jar! The Bell Jar is the only novel written by the American writer and poet Sylvia Plath. Originally published under the pseudonym "Victoria Lucas" in 1963, the novel is semi-autobiographical, with the names of places and people changed. The book is often regarded as a roman à clef because the protagonist's descent into mental illness parallels Plath's own experiences with what may have been clinical depression or bipolar II disorder. Plath died by suicide a month after its first UK publication. The novel was published under Plath's name for the first time in 1967 and was not published in the United States until 1971, in accordance with the wishes of both Plath's husband, Ted Hughes, and her mother.

A LOST LADY
A LOST LADY

Author: Willa Cather

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-12-10

Total Pages: 107

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A Lost Lady tells the story of Marian Forrester and her husband, Captain Daniel Forrester who live in the Western town of Sweet Water, along the Transcontinental Railroad. The story is told from the perspective of Niel Herbert, a young man who grows up in Sweet Water and witnesses the decline of Mrs. Forrester, for whom he feels very deeply, and also of the West itself from the idealized age of noble pioneers to the age of capitalist exploitation.

The Job
The Job

Author: Sinclair Lewis

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-18

Total Pages: 304

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The Job is considered an early declaration of the rights of working women. The focus is on the main character, Una Golden, and her desire to establish herself in a legitimate occupation while balancing the eventual need for marriage. The story takes place in the early 1900-1920s and takes Una from a small Pennsylvania town to New York. Forced to work due to family illness, Una shows a talent for the traditional male bastion of commercial real estate and, while valued by her company, she struggles to achieve the same status of her male co-workers. On a parallel track, her quest for traditional romance and love is important but her unique role as a working woman, doing a man's job, makes it tough to find an appropriate suitor.

Provincial Daughter
Provincial Daughter

Author: R. M. Dashwood

Publisher: Virago Press

Published: 1961

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 9781860499500

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Tuesday, 23rd 'Late nights do not suit me. Try to think I look interestingly haggard but have to admit that Unkempt Blowsiness is fitter description' Way before that city slicker, Bridget Jones, there was the Provincial Daughter -- an intelligent woman juggling too little money with too many kids in rural obscurity. In between taking deliveries of coal and attending ghastly provincial parties, our heroine makes tentative forays into the bright lights of London, seeking literary fame and fortune.

Thank Heaven Fasting
Thank Heaven Fasting

Author: E. M. Delafield

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2011-09-28

Total Pages: 245

ISBN-13: 1448203775

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"She could never, looking backwards, remember a time when she had not known that a woman's failure or success in life depended entirely upon whether or not she succeeded in getting a husband" When in the company of a young man a dutiful daughter should immediately assume an air of fresh, sparkling enjoyment. She should not speak of "being friends" with him-a young man is either eligible or he is not-and never, but never, should she get herself talked about, for a young girl who does so is doomed. "Men may dance with her, or flirt with her, but they don't propose." It would be quite a coup for a girl to find a husband during her first season, but if, God forbid, three seasons pass without success, she must join the ranks of those sad women who are a great embarrassment to society and, above all, to their disappointed mothers . . . With such thoughts in mind, how can Monica fail to look forward to her first ball?