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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is set in the small Irish town of Ballycastle, a world of social hierarchy and subtle, unspoken power dynamics. The author introduces us to Miss Foy, a spinster who ekes out a modest living by teaching music, art, French, and literature to a handful of children. But Miss Foy's life is far from ordinary. Her students come from the families of Ballycastle's elite, and each interaction with them reveals a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of a close-knit society. As we follow Miss Foy's journey through her daily life, we encounter a cast of colorful characters, each with their own hidden agendas and secrets. The arrival of Rex Pender, a young man returning from the horrors of war, throws the town into a flurry of excitement and gossip. The story unfolds through the lens of Miss Foy's observant and often humorous perspective, highlighting the complex web of relationships that binds the people of Ballycastle. With a keen eye for detail, the author captures the nuances of life in a small town, examining the subtle ways in which class, social standing, and personal relationships influence the lives of its inhabitants. Through its exploration of themes such as love, loss, social mobility, and the enduring power of memory, the book paints a vivid portrait of a world struggling to adapt to the changing times in the wake of the Great War. 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 9781331735670_0
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Fine as new paperback. 278 pp Paperback. The picture on the listing page is of the actual book for sale. N° de réf. du vendeur 55752
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