The Cardboard Crown
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
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The Cardboard Crown chronicles the intricate lives of the Langton family, an Anglo-Australian dynasty navigating the complexities of social hierarchy and personal ambition across generations. This compelling literary work uncovers the subtle power dynamics within a family striving to maintain its aristocratic facade amidst changing times. Boyd masterfully illustrates the inherent fragility of inherited status and the often-illusory nature of societal expectations. The narrative presents a poignant reflection on identity, belonging, and the enduring legacy of the past, all rendered with a keen eye for historical detail and psychological depth.
Author: Martin Boyd
Format: Paperback
Published: 1993, PENGUIN BOOKS
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
The Cardboard Crown chronicles the intricate lives of the Langton family, an Anglo-Australian dynasty navigating the complexities of social hierarchy and personal ambition across generations. This compelling literary work uncovers the subtle power dynamics within a family striving to maintain its aristocratic facade amidst changing times. Boyd masterfully illustrates the inherent fragility of inherited status and the often-illusory nature of societal expectations. The narrative presents a poignant reflection on identity, belonging, and the enduring legacy of the past, all rendered with a keen eye for historical detail and psychological depth.