E. M. Delafield's "Collected Novels of E. M. Delafield" presents an exquisite compilation of six unabridged works encapsulating the author's keen observations on early 20th-century English society. Delafield's literary style, characterized by its wit and keen social commentary, provides an intriguing blend of realism and irony, illuminating the often mundane lives of her characters while critiquing the societal norms that govern them. The selections include notable works like "The Diary of...

Edmée Elizabeth Monica Dashwood, née de la Pasture, and more commonly known as E M Delafield, was born in Steyning, Sussex on 9th June 1890.Raised in the fading years of the Victorian era with its Empire and strict moral codes Delafield, not yet married at twenty-one, joined a French religious order, in Belgium, but soon decided that this was a totally wrong choice for her.Her next challenge was her work during the horror of the First World War. Delafield decided to take up...

This early work is E. M. Delafield’s 1937 semi-autobiographical novel, “I Visit the Soviets - The Provincial Lady in Russia”. Written in the style of a diary, it tells the story of woman living in 1930s Russia who finds herself toiling on a collective farm, battling with public transport, and generally struggling with life in Soviet Russia. An entertaining read that offers a glimpse into Russia in the early twentieth century, “I Visit the Soviets - The Provincial Lady in Russia” is worthy ...

Edmée Elizabeth Monica Dashwood, née de la Pasture, and more commonly known as E M Delafield, was born in Steyning, Sussex on 9th June 1890.Raised in the fading years of the Victorian era with its Empire and strict moral codes Delafield, not yet married at twenty-one, joined a French religious order, in Belgium, but soon decided that this was a totally wrong choice for her.Her next challenge was her work during the horror of the First World War. Delafield decided to take up...

The Detective has been a mainstay of fiction writing ever since we can remember.Their deductive powers, their intuition and fleet-footed grasp of every detail can often turn the unlikeliest situation, or bunch of red herrings, into a breakthrough to capture even the most ingenious and dastardly of criminals.In this series our classic authors explore not only various themes, such as Occult Detectives, Female Detectives, Curious Crimes and a whole host more, but also bring a ...

E. M. Delafield's "Collected Novels of E. M. Delafield" brings together six of her most significant works, offering an expansive look into the intricacies of early 20th-century British society. Delafield employs a keen observational style infused with wit and irony, utilizing rich characterizations and subtle social critique to explore themes of gender roles, class dynamics, and the mundanity of domestic life. Each novel, while distinct, shares a thematic coherence that reflects the author...

It was thus in 1930 that Delafield's most popular and enduring work _The Diary of a Provincial Lady_ was born. This largely autobiographical novel substituted the names of "Robin" and "Vicky" for her own children, Lionel and Rosamund.

"Consequences" tells the story of Alex Clare, a young woman from a wealthy family who rebels against the expectations placed upon her by society and her family. The novel follows Alex's struggles to find fulfillment and independence in a world that is determined to confine her to the roles of wife and mother.Delafield's writing style in "Consequences" is characterized by its sharp wit, incisive social commentary, and keen observation of human behavior. Through Alex's experiences, Delafield...

The Collected Novels of E. M. Delafield compiles six notable works that exemplify the author's sharp wit and keen social observation. Delafield'Äôs literary style is characterized by her use of humor, irony, and an astute understanding of the complexities of women's lives in early 20th century Britain. The novels delve into themes of gender roles, societal expectations, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment, often set against the backdrop of provincial life. Her narrative voice is engagi...

E. M. Delafield's "Collected Works of E. M. Delafield (Illustrated)" presents a curated anthology of her most significant writings, characterized by a sharp satirical lens and a keen observation of the societal norms of her time. Delafield, best known for her novel "Diary of a Provincial Lady," employs her trademark wit and introspective narrative style to explore the intricacies of domestic life, gender roles, and the social landscape of early 20th-century England. Richly illustrated, thi...

This meticulously edited collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Arthur Conan Doyle: Sherlock Holmes True Crime Stories G. K. Chesterton: Father Brown Edgar Wallace: Four Just Men Mr. J. G. Reeder Detective Sgt. Elk The Earl of Nowhere P.-C. Lee Wilkie Collins: The Woman in White Armadale… Ethel Lina White: Fear Stalks the Village… Annie Haynes: The Abbey Court Murder The Crystal Beads Murder… R. Austin Freeman: Dr. Thorndyke H. C. McNeile...

The expected joy that a few days in a different setting can, and most probably will, make is one of life’s most pleasant pleasures. Usually. But in this volume our classic authors including John Buchan, Edith Wharton, E M Delafield, M R James and a host of others really do seem to want to make some of those few days of indolent pleasure into something rather unpleasant.