Description
Discover a tale of social complexities and familial tensions in this beautifully bound edition of a classic novel from the esteemed Penguin English Library. This BRAND NEW B-format paperback, featuring ISBN 9780241341643, invites you to experience a warm, windless day that signifies the perfect backdrop for a garden party. Set in the early 20th century, the story follows Laura Sheridan and her family as they prepare for a much-anticipated garden celebration. However, the joyous occasion is overshadowed by the unsettling news of a neighbor's passing, leading to a poignant exploration of life, loss, and the fragility of happiness.
With 192 pages of eloquent prose, this literary gem transports readers to a world where the joys of life intersect painfully with the stark realities of death. Ideal for both avid readers and collectors, this edition is part of a beloved series that presents the best fiction in English, ranging from the eighteenth century to the end of the Second World War. The Penguin English Library series is not just a collection; it’s an invitation to explore timeless stories that resonate across generations.
Buy now and embrace the rich narratives that shape our literary heritage. Fast delivery options are available to ensure your reading experience is seamless and satisfying.
Celebrate literature with this classic that belongs in every bookshelf!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241341643
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 192
Description:
Twenty new titles in the much-loved and hugely successful Penguin English Library series
'They could not have had a more perfect day for a garden party if they had ordered it'
A windless, warm day greets the Sheridan family on the day of their garden party. As daughter Laura takes the reins on party preparations the news of a neighbour's demise casts a cloud over the host and threatens the entire celebration.
The Penguin English Library - collectable general readers' editions of the best fiction in English, from the eighteenth century to the end of the Second World War.
With 192 pages of eloquent prose, this literary gem transports readers to a world where the joys of life intersect painfully with the stark realities of death. Ideal for both avid readers and collectors, this edition is part of a beloved series that presents the best fiction in English, ranging from the eighteenth century to the end of the Second World War. The Penguin English Library series is not just a collection; it’s an invitation to explore timeless stories that resonate across generations.
Buy now and embrace the rich narratives that shape our literary heritage. Fast delivery options are available to ensure your reading experience is seamless and satisfying.
Celebrate literature with this classic that belongs in every bookshelf!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241341643
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 192
Description:
Twenty new titles in the much-loved and hugely successful Penguin English Library series
'They could not have had a more perfect day for a garden party if they had ordered it'
A windless, warm day greets the Sheridan family on the day of their garden party. As daughter Laura takes the reins on party preparations the news of a neighbour's demise casts a cloud over the host and threatens the entire celebration.
The Penguin English Library - collectable general readers' editions of the best fiction in English, from the eighteenth century to the end of the Second World War.