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An Act in a Backwater
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HumorGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023497435
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 148
Weight: 0.48
Height: 0.32 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
E.F. Benson's An Act in a Backwater offers a charmingly satirical glimpse into the intricacies of social life in a small English town. This domestic fiction, steeped in the traditions of its time, paints a vivid portrait of English village life and customs. Through a lens of gentle humor, Benson explores the dynamics of community and the subtle dramas that unfold within seemingly tranquil surroundings.
A master of social satire, Benson crafts a narrative that resonates with its insightful observations about human nature. This meticulously prepared edition allows readers to immerse themselves in a bygone era, experiencing the nuances of English society through the engaging and often amusing interactions of its inhabitants. An Act in a Backwater is a testament to the enduring power of storytelling, capturing the essence of a time and place with wit and precision.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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