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A quiet, psychologically sharp drama about truth, illusion, and the costs of desire.
A woman’s discovery about the people around her upends a circle of friends and family in a city rich with memory, nuance, and unspoken loyalties.
In a vivid, tightly written world, Miss Quincey’s perception of the world shifts as she confronts the hidden feelings and tangled loyalties of those she trusted. The narrative follows intimate episodes of everyday life—from a park afternoon to a quiet domestic revelation—where what is seen and what is believed collide, and where the line between illusion and reality is tested.- Delicate portraits of longing, gossip, and steadfast affection within a small circle
- Genre-blending scenes that move from public places to private rooms, ever tightening the emotional stakes
- Complex relationships among Miss Quincey, the Old Lady, and a handful of friends and relatives
- A quiet, principled examination of freedom, responsibility, and self-knowledge
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Delve into the complexities of human relationships amidst the suffocating grip of boredom in this intriguing narrative. The author weaves a tale that unravels within the walls of Coton Manor, where Maurice Durant, a young artist, finds himself ensnared in a fortnight-long visit with his godfather, Colonel Tancred, and his enigmatic daughter, Miss Tancred. As Durant attempts to navigate the endless hours, he confronts the excruciating monotony of whist games and the Colonel's relentless chatter. Miss Tancred, an inscrutable figure, emerges as a symbol of stifled aspirations and hidden depths. Through the author's keen observations, this novel explores the themes of individuality, conformity, and the search for meaning in a world that often seems to stifle the human spirit. The insights presented challenge readers to reflect on the profound impact of boredom on our lives and the lengths we may go to escape its clutches. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781331058632_0
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