Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
13.10.2026
Verlag
Alpha EditionsSeitenzahl
610
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/3,4 cm
Gewicht
806 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-93-7655-571-0
A hush of expectation hangs over the drawing rooms and manicured lawns of Edwardian England, where privilege and ambition collide beneath the polished veneer of high society. Against this backdrop of glittering soirées and whispered intrigue, the boundaries of social class are both fiercely guarded and dangerously porous. The narrative unfolds with an acute awareness of the subtle codes and unspoken rules that govern the lives of the aristocracy, capturing the simmering tensions and shifting allegiances that define an era poised between tradition and change. This is a novel of English society that delves into the intricate dynamics of family, inheritance, and reputation, where every glance and gesture carries weight. The world it depicts is one of lavish estates and rigid hierarchies, yet beneath the surface, desires and resentments threaten to upend the established order. The atmosphere is charged with the intensity of personal ambition set against the expectations of lineage, offering readers a window into the complexities of upper class intrigue and the private dramas that unfold behind closed doors. The author's keen observation brings to life the rituals and rhythms of British historical fiction, immersing the reader in the elegance and constraint of the period. The novel's exploration of social class drama and the struggles of individuals to assert themselves within an unforgiving hierarchy remains compelling, inviting reflection on the enduring influence of status and convention. The richness of detail and the finely drawn characters evoke the best of period drama books, while the sweeping narrative arc resonates with the emotional depth of a family saga fiction. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.
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