A daring actress fights for independence and survival in London’s bustling theatre world.
This historical fiction follows Barbara Power, a young woman who Wahl as Fancy Telling, carves out a career in the capital’s glittering but demanding stage scene. As she partners with her larger‑than‑life showman husband and negotiates the power plays behind a leading London revue, she must balance ambition with personal ties that threaten her growing independence. The story immerses readers in late‑Edwardian and early‑modern theatre life, where talent, luck, and grit determine who stays in the spotlight.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This compelling book follows Barbara Powerscourt, a rebellious and spirited young woman from an upper-class family, as she navigates the restrictive societal norms of Edwardian England. Forced to suppress her passion for music by her distant father, she surreptitiously pursues her artistic expression, while simultaneously rebelling against the expectations placed upon her. The author explores themes of familial duty, societal expectations, and the complexities of love and loss. Through Barbara's poignant and deeply personal journey, this book offers thought-provoking insights into the challenges and triumphs of navigating life's obstacles, both internal and external. 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 9781331216421_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-9781331216421
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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-9781331216421
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 314 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.66 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1331216427
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