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Swords Reluctant

Swords Reluctant

Pemberton, Max

Paperback

Mystery & ThrillerGeneral Fiction

ISBN10: 937081874X
ISBN13: 9789370818743
Publisher: Double 9 Booksllp
Published: Mar 1 2025
Pages: 200
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.46 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Swords Reluctant follows a young woman s return to England after a transformative trip to America, where she grapples with the complex interplay between personal growth and the realities of a divided world. Returning home with her father, a Congregationalist minister, who is involved in peace efforts, she is confronted by the contrasting ideals of peace and the harsh pragmatism of those around her, particularly a businessman who holds a cynical view of human nature. The novel delves into the conflict between personal desires and the harsh realities of the world, as the protagonist navigates her ambition, societal expectations, and the moral dilemmas posed by the time s political landscape. The narrative explores the internal battle between a desire for change and the constraints imposed by tradition and societal roles, inviting readers into a world where personal ambition and ideals about peace and war are constantly in conflict. As the story unfolds, the protagonist must decide between the ideals of peace and the harsh realities of the world around her, setting the stage for a narrative rich in both personal and political exploration.

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