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Patchwork Comedy (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Humfrey Jordan

 
9781331109501: Patchwork Comedy (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Patchwork Comedy captivates with wit, warmth, and a look at love, art, and reputation.

A vivid tale set in a late‑romance London club and the world of artists and critics, it follows a young sculptor named Morton as he navigates friendship, ambition, and the pull of a fragile romance. The book peers into the habits, humor, and tensions of a circle where talk and truth can collide in surprising ways.

In its opening scenes, a quiet supper‑room at the Tobacco Club hosts three seasoned men and a younger painter‑sculptor as they spar, share weathered insight, and lean on the comfort of old bonds. Morton's ambitions and personal vows unfold against the backdrop of Paris studios and a coveted Meudon studio offer, where love and career threaten to pull in opposite directions.
  • Meet Morton, a developing sculptor with a mix of talent, idealism, and practical struggle.
  • Watch conversations about art, aging, and friendship that test loyalties and trust.
  • See how a proposed studio arrangement becomes a focal point for desire, reputation, and risk.
  • Follow how two lovers and their circle reckon with happiness, sacrifice, and the costs of living honestly.
Ideal for readers who enjoy character-driven tales of art, romance, and social nuance, told with crisp dialogue and a observant eye for human quirks.

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