The War-Workers (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

E. M. Delafield

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484288687 ISBN 13: 9780484288682

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

A sharp, witty look at women workers and the home front during wartime, where loyalty, pride, and small conflicts collide in a busy office and hostel.

In a provincial town, a group of women laborers and clerks juggles late hours, fast-paced decisions, and the pressure of wartime duties. The book follows Miss Vivian, her devoted secretary Miss Bruce, and a cast of colleagues who navigate professional strain, personal loyalties, and the evolving social fabric of the home front. Humour and tension sit side by side as they cope with the demands of work, family, and the shifting expectations of a country at war.

The scenes move from the office to the hostel, capturing conversations that reveal character, class, and the care people show for one another. As new leaders arrive and old routines are challenged, relationships are tested and redefined, with warmth and wit guiding the way.

• Vivid workplace dynamics and the daily grind of wartime service.
• Character interactions that balance humor, tension, and care for others.
• Insights into class, leadership, and the changing roles of women during wartime.
• A mix of loyal friendships, personal conflicts, and quiet acts of resilience.

Ideal for readers who enjoy mid‑century British fiction that blends social observation with warm, character-driven storytelling.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484288687
• ISBN 13: 9780484288682
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 282