A witty vignette of family life, clever sisters, and the challenges of writing for the public. In this slice of a larger tale, two young women juggle schoolroom strictures, literary ambitions, and the chaos of ten mischievous puppies. A mix of domestic humor, sharp dialogue, and social observation gives a lively glimpse of their world as they chase a bigger plan for their writing—and their place in society.
Through playful banter and candid reflections, the book follows the sisters as they draft chapters, tease each other about language and taste, and spar with a house full of pets that test patience and compassion. The tone blends lighthearted mischief with thoughtful questions about art, popularity, and how readers want to be spoken to.
Ideal for readers who enjoy character-driven fiction with wit, warmth, and a touch of social satire.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides an intimate insight into the complexities of marriage through the lens of a couple living on the Italian Riviera in the early 1900s. The author's vivid and immersive prose transports readers to a world of faded grandeur and unspoken tensions, where a young woman named Victorine, trapped in a loveless marriage with a charming but egocentric artist, grapples with her fading dreams and the constraints of her gilded cage. The novel deftly explores themes of love, desire, betrayal, and female identity in a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of the human heart. The author's keen observations on the dynamics of power and gender illuminate the universal struggle between personal fulfillment and societal expectations, making this book a timeless and resonant work. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330490181_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330490181
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330490181
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