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Tension
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General FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023591188
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 178
Weight: 0.57
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
E.M. Delafield's Tension offers a compelling glimpse into the intricacies of marriage and social expectations in early 20th-century English society. This meticulously prepared edition brings to life a classic work of domestic fiction, exploring the psychological landscape of women within the confines of societal norms.
A poignant work of social commentary, Tension delves into the nuances of interpersonal relationships. Delafield masterfully captures the subtle pressures and underlying anxieties that shape lives. Examining the social customs of England during this pivotal era, the novel paints a vivid portrait of a world grappling with change. Its themes of psychological resilience and the complexities of human connection remain profoundly relevant, inviting readers to reflect on the enduring power of societal forces and individual agency.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.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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