The Point of View
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ISBN10: 9376552288
ISBN13: 9789376552283
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Aug 22 2026
Pages: 74
Weight: 0.25
Height: 0.18 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9789376552283
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Aug 22 2026
Pages: 74
Weight: 0.25
Height: 0.18 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A steely glance across a candlelit table, a whispered remark that lingers in the air-within the rarefied drawing rooms and manicured gardens of Edwardian England, every gesture carries consequence. Here, the subtle interplay of desire and decorum shapes destinies, as the boundaries of social class and the expectations of British high society press upon the heart's most private longings. The narrative unfolds through a woman's perspective, offering a nuanced exploration of love and ambition in a world governed by strict codes of manners and morals. At the heart of this early twentieth century romance lies a delicate yet gripping study of relationships among the upper class, where every decision is shadowed by the scrutiny of society and the ever-present tension between personal happiness and public duty. The story immerses the reader in the intricacies of romantic drama, where passion and propriety are in constant negotiation and the smallest misstep can lead to scandal or heartbreak. The prose captures both the elegance and the rigidity of its era, drawing the reader into a setting where the stakes are as much emotional as they are social. This is not merely a tale of courtship and longing, but an incisive look at the ways in which women navigate the labyrinth of expectations set before them. The narrative's keen attention to the subtleties of character and the shifting dynamics of power offers a window into a vanished world, while the emotional honesty and wit ensure its enduring appeal for those fascinated by English romance fiction and the complexities of love and society stories. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.
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