The Complete Short Stories Of L.P. Hartley
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: L.P. Hartley
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Hamish Hamilton., 1973
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Tears to DJ and discolouration to top-edge. Minor staining to block.
The Complete Short Stories Of L.P. Hartley assembles a masterful collection of narratives that illuminate the complexities of human nature and societal expectations. This volume presents a rich tapestry of psychological dramas, often tinged with the uncanny or a subtle sense of dread, showcasing Hartley's distinctive voice. Each story uncovers the hidden anxieties and desires lurking beneath the surface of polite society, drawing readers into worlds both familiar and disquieting. Hartley's prose, elegant and precise, illustrates the intricate dance between innocence and experience, making this an essential compilation for aficionados of classic short fiction.
Author: L.P. Hartley
Format: Hardback
Published: 1973, Hamish Hamilton.
Author: L.P. Hartley
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Hamish Hamilton., 1973
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Tears to DJ and discolouration to top-edge. Minor staining to block.
The Complete Short Stories Of L.P. Hartley assembles a masterful collection of narratives that illuminate the complexities of human nature and societal expectations. This volume presents a rich tapestry of psychological dramas, often tinged with the uncanny or a subtle sense of dread, showcasing Hartley's distinctive voice. Each story uncovers the hidden anxieties and desires lurking beneath the surface of polite society, drawing readers into worlds both familiar and disquieting. Hartley's prose, elegant and precise, illustrates the intricate dance between innocence and experience, making this an essential compilation for aficionados of classic short fiction.