The Diary Of A Nobody
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Excellent
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
The Cathedral presents a compelling social drama set within the rigid hierarchy of an English cathedral town at the turn of the 20th century. This poignant narrative chronicles the decline of Archdeacon Brandon, a man whose unwavering traditionalism clashes with the encroaching modern world and the shifting dynamics of power. Walpole masterfully illustrates the intricate web of personal ambition, societal expectation, and spiritual crisis that ensnares Brandon and those around him. The novel details the profound psychological impact of obsolescence and the struggle to maintain dignity in the face of inevitable change. It argues for a deeper understanding of human frailty and the often-painful process of adaptation, making it a timeless study of character and community.
Author: George Grossmith
Format: Hardback
Published: 1969, The Folio Society
Condition remarks:
Book: Excellent
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
The Cathedral presents a compelling social drama set within the rigid hierarchy of an English cathedral town at the turn of the 20th century. This poignant narrative chronicles the decline of Archdeacon Brandon, a man whose unwavering traditionalism clashes with the encroaching modern world and the shifting dynamics of power. Walpole masterfully illustrates the intricate web of personal ambition, societal expectation, and spiritual crisis that ensnares Brandon and those around him. The novel details the profound psychological impact of obsolescence and the struggle to maintain dignity in the face of inevitable change. It argues for a deeper understanding of human frailty and the often-painful process of adaptation, making it a timeless study of character and community.