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Messalina of the Suburbs
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781023592185
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 240
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
E. M. Delafield's Messalina of the suburbs offers a sharp and witty satire of suburban life and family dynamics, seen through the lens of domestic fiction. Exploring the everyday challenges and humorous absurdities of raising teenagers, this novel provides a timeless look at the complexities of family relationships. With a focus on women and their roles within the home, Delafield delivers a captivating and enduring story. Readers will find themselves laughing along with-and perhaps recognizing-the universal experiences depicted in this classic work of humorous fiction. Messalina of the suburbs remains a relevant and insightful commentary on the enduring nature of suburban life.
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