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Originally published in 1918, the story centers around the characters that live and work at an army support institution during WWI. Charmian Vivian (Char), the charismatic Director, runs the Depot like an amateur dictator a la P.G. Wodehouse’s Roderick Spode. She uses tyranny and the cult of personality to overwork her employees and to take over other operations like a café that are not her concern. Enter Grace Jones, an archdeacon’s daughter, who has moved to the area to contribute to the war effort and who is also, upper-class.

Exploring timeless themes of love and commitment, the narrative centers on Cindy, who grapples with the dilemma of remaining in a comfortable marriage versus sacrificing everything for true love. The story delves into the complexities of relationships and the emotional turmoil that accompanies such choices, reflecting modern struggles that resonate across generations.

Focusing on accessibility, this publication aims to make historical works more readable for individuals with impaired vision. The Megali publishing house specializes in producing these large print reproductions, ensuring that classic texts remain available and enjoyable to a broader audience.

Set against the backdrop of a post-World War I village, the story explores Owen Quentillian's visit to Canon Morchard, who embodies Victorian ideals amidst the war's devastation. As Quentillian navigates the complexities of the Canon's family dynamics, he questions whether the Canon is a tyrant and if his children are yearning for independence. The narrative delves into themes of optimism, the impact of war on traditional values, and the lessons that can be learned from this fractured family.

Set against the backdrop of the sensational 1920s murder case, the story follows the tumultuous affair between Elsie and Leslie, who are embroiled in a scandal after Elsie's husband is brutally killed. Despite Leslie's claims of Elsie's innocence, her incriminating letters lead to both being convicted of murder. The case captivates public attention, sparking widespread debate and a petition against their executions. This fictionalized retelling explores themes of love, betrayal, and societal judgment, contributing to the ongoing fascination with this notorious crime.

"Late and Soon" (1943) follows Valentine Arbell, a widowed mother, and her daughters in a country house as they navigate love and betrayal amidst the looming threat of World War II. The novel explores complex relationships, particularly between Valentine and her former admirer Rory. This edition also includes eight short stories showcasing E. M. Delafield's evolved writing style.

In the night the snow came. She awoke on Christmas morning in that unmistakable light, coming up from the earth and shining between her curtains. Celebrate Christmas through the creative minds of a host of authors, including Beryl Bainbridge, Maeve Binchy, Richmal Crompton, Alice Munro and Elizabeth von Arnim. From the delightful consequences of decorating the tree by Stella Gibbons to a disorientating encounter at 35,000 feet on a Christmas Day flight by Muriel Spark, an amateur pantomime by Stella Margetson and a New Year's resolution by Alice Childress, these stories are sure to fortify you over the Christmas period. Stories for Christmas and the Festive Season explores the joys and disappointments, pressures and preparations of this time of year from a female perspective. In keeping with the spirit of the series, the stories are plucked from different decades of the twentieth century and penned by familiar as well as forgotten authors writing for both books and popular magazines. The British Library Women Writers series is a curated collection of novels by female authors who enjoyed broad, popular appeal in their day. In a century during which the role of women in society changed radically, their fictional heroines highlight women's experience of life inside and outside the home through the decades in these rich, insightful and evocative stories.

Tension examines reputation and the persistence of gossip in relation to a woman's choice of work and domestic arrangements with a light touch of humour.

Set in the Côte d'Azur, Hilary and Angie Moon have to live on their wits and her beauty. This novel is a light satirical take on the residents and guests of a Hotel on the French Riviera who have their own strength and flaws and must come to terms with their lives, age and romance over the course of a typical summer. E. M. Delafield (1890-1943) was a prolific English author who is best known for her largely autobiographical works like Zella Sees Herself, Provincial Lady Series etc. which look at the lives of upper-middle class Englishwomen. Excerpt: "Maman, j'ai raté l'autobus!" The shimmering heat-haze of the afternoon seemed to quiver as the shrill, lamentable announcement of this disaster broke into the silence that lay over the deserted terrace of the Hotel." (The Gay Life)

Set in the 1930s, this humorous account follows the life of a middle-class Englishwoman navigating the ups and downs of family life in a Devon village. The protagonist shares her experiences with mundane household challenges, financial strains, and the complexities of marriage, all while maintaining grace amidst the quirks of those around her. E. M. Delafield's witty narrative captures the essence of domesticity and the pursuit of "Niceness," making it a delightful exploration of everyday life.