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'Am much annoyed with everybody.'Written in diary form, The Provincial Lady is a witty, semi-autobiographical novel packed with sharp and humorous observations about upper-middle-class society.Set in the English countryside in the 1930s, The Provincial Lady introduces us to a protagonist with a sharp eye, but even sharper wit. Through various diary entries, she records the quiet chaos of her everyday life, as well as her attempts to keep her footing...

Most of us, at Cross Loman, have begun to forget about Mrs. Harter and Captain Patch, and those of us who still remember—and after all, it was only last summer—hardly ever speak their names. I know that Mary Ambrey remembers, just as I do. Sometimes we talk about it to each other, and exchange impressions and conjectures. Conjectures more than anything, because neither of us has the inside knowledge that alone could help one to a real understanding of what happened. Mary goes by intuition ...

“AS a matter of fact—although one hates to say such a thing——” Lady Argent paused, in order to give the thing its full conversational value. “As a matter of absolute fact, those poor children are really to be congratulated.” “Because they are left orphans at five years old?” “How you exaggerate, Ludovic! Rosamund is quite fourteen, and the little one can’t be less than ten or eleven years old. And she wasn’t much of a mother to them, poor thing.” “Well, what form did her modified motherhoo...

“I am an orphan,” reflected Lydia Raymond, with immense satisfaction. She was a very intelligent little girl of twelve years old, and she remembered very well that when her father had died out in China, three years ago, it was her mother who had been the centre of attention and compassion. People had spoken about her poor dead father, and had praised him and pitied him, but their real attention had all been for the widow, who was there under their eyes, pathetic and sorrow-stricken. Lydia ...

"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 E. M. Delafield Collection showcases a rich tapestry of early 20th-century life through the lens of social commentary and character-driven narratives. Delafield's distinctive literary style is characterized by her wit and keen observations, seamlessly blending humor with poignant reflections on the roles of women in society. This anthology encapsulates her most notable works, including 'The Diary of a Provincial Lady', which serves as a satirical yet empathetic portrayal of domestic li...

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...

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...

In "Late and Soon," E. M. Delafield masterfully explores the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations in post-World War I England. The narrative follows the intertwining lives of its characters through a lens of sharp social commentary, woven into a rich tapestry of humor and poignancy. Delafield's distinctive prose is marked by its meticulous attention to both the subtleties of domestic life and the breath of the larger world views at the time, as she delves into them...

Dodo Collections brings you another classic from E.M. Delafield, ‘Consequences.’This is a beautifully written account of a young girl who is unable to fit into the conventional mold demanded by her family and social class. A prickly, difficult personality with no leavening of humor to lighten her circumstances, Alex finds her only relief in the crushes she develops on friends at school and various acquaintances. Her feelings of devotion to the Superior of a local convent lead her t...

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...

In E. M. Delafield's poignant novel, "Consequences," the narrative unfolds in early 20th century England, capturing the complex interplay between societal expectations and personal desire. The book is steeped in the literary style representative of the period, characterized by Delafield's keen observational prowess and her deft use of irony. Through the story of a young woman navigating the restrictive confines of marriage and societal norms, Delafield critiques the constraints placed upon...