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Home, James
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781025718613
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 150
Weight: 0.48
Height: 0.32 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Home, James is a witty and charming exploration of family life and social hierarchies during the vibrant Jazz Age. This novel delves into the shifting dynamics of an American family when the daughter of a well-to-do household falls in love with the family chauffeur. Through a clever narrative structure that captures the perspectives of various family members-the mother, the father, the brother, and the daughter herself-the story unfolds as a delightful comedy of manners.
The work highlights the tensions between traditional societal expectations and the burgeoning independence of the younger generation in the 1920s. With sharp dialogue and keen psychological insight, Ethel Kelley portrays the domestic complexities and romantic entanglements that arise when class boundaries are challenged. Home, James stands as a poignant yet humorous reflection on love, status, and the enduring bonds of family. This engaging novel offers readers a window into the cultural landscape of early 20th-century America, making it a valuable piece of domestic fiction and a testament to the literary style of its era.
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