The Twelfth Hour - Couverture souple

Leverson, Ada

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9368090874 ISBN 13 : 9789368090878

Editeur : Double 9 Books, 2024

Synopsis

Ada Leverson's The Twelfth Hour delves into the emotional complexities of relationships set against the backdrop of Edwardian high society. The story centers around the beautiful Felicity, her brother Savile, and their interactions with friends and family. Themes of love, romantic dilemmas, and the expectations of social status run through the novel, as characters navigate personal entanglements and societal pressures. Felicity is caught in a marriage with her distracted husband, Lord Chetwode, who is more interested in his chores than in his wife. Meanwhile, Savile struggles with his relationships. The characters' emotional lives are marked by unspoken affections, misunderstandings, and the tension between personal desires and the roles they are expected to play in society. The novel explores how relationships are shaped by duty, loyalty, and the complex dynamics of family and love. It also reflects on the personal sacrifices that come with the pursuit of happiness in a world where appearances and social conventions often dictate behavior. Through these themes, Leverson offers a poignant reflection on the human condition, filled with both humor and pathos.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Ada Esther Leverson was a British novelist and writer born on October 10, 1862, in Beddington, United Kingdom. She was best known for her wit and keen observations of society, which she skillfully weaved into her novels. Leverson's works often explore the complexities of love, relationships, and the social dynamics of the time. Her novels, such as Love's Shadow (1908) and Tenterhooks (1912), focus on romantic entanglements, personal dilemmas, and the intricacies of societal expectations. Her writing is marked by a light, witty tone, yet often subtly critiques the conventions of the upper classes. She was married to Ernest Leverson and was the daughter of Samuel Henry Beddington. Ada Leverson's literary career, while successful in her time, is perhaps most remembered for her contribution to the genre of the British social novel. She passed away on August 30, 1933, in Florence, Italy, at the age of 70. Despite a more subdued recognition today, her work remains appreciated for its deft portrayal of social mores and relationships during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9368090874
• ISBN 13: 9789368090878
• Reliure: Taschenbuch
• Nombre de pages: 180
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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