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  • The pelicans
    E. M. Delafield
    A drawing room filled with sunlight and unspoken resentments forms the backdrop to a quietly seething drama of English upper-class life at the dawn of the twentieth century. Within the confines of genteel poverty, a family of siblings and their formidable mother navigate the intricate rituals and rigid expectations of Edwardian society. Each conversation is a contest, every ges...
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    23,75 €

  • Consequences (Cram Edition)
    E. M. Delafield
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of Consequences pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.E. M. Delafield’s 'Consequences' explores the profound impact of loneliness and isolation on the human experience. A poignant work of literary fiction, this meticulously prepared new edition delves into the compl...
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    27,89 €

  • The War-Workers (Cram Edition)
    E. M. Delafield
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of The War-Workers pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.E.M. Delafield’s 'The War-Workers' offers a fascinating glimpse into England during World War I, focusing on the experiences of women engaged in war work. This novel provides a sharp social commentary on domes...
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    26,09 €

  • Messalina of the Suburbs (Cram Edition)
    E. M. Delafield
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of Messalina of the suburbs pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.E. M. Delafield’s 'Messalina of the suburbs' offers a sharp and witty satire of suburban life and family dynamics, seen through the lens of domestic fiction. Exploring the everyday challenges and humo...
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    27,03 €

  • Mrs. Harter (Cram Edition)
    E. M. Delafield
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of Mrs. Harter pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.E.M. Delafield’s 'Mrs. Harter' offers a compelling glimpse into the intricate dynamics of marriage and domestic life in early 20th century England. This meticulously prepared edition allows readers to explore a cl...
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    23,04 €

  • Humbug
    E. M. Delafield
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of Humbug pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.E.M. Delafield’s 'Humbug' offers a sharply observed and humorous look at the complexities of marriage and domestic life. This witty satire, a classic of British humor, provides a timeless social commentary on the roles...
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    26,15 €

  • TENSION (Cram Edition)
    E. M. Delafield
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of TENSION pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.E.M. Delafield’s 'Tension' offers a compelling glimpse into the intricacies of marriage and social expectations in early 20th-century English society. This meticulously prepared edition brings to life a classic work o...
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    25,12 €

  • The Optimist (Cram Edition)
    E. M. Delafield
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of The optimist pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.E.M. Delafield’s 'The Optimist' offers a poignant exploration of the psychological impact of World War One. Through the lens of literary and psychological fiction, the novel delves into the experiences of a veter...
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    26,16 €

  • The Heel of Achilles (Cram Edition)
    E. M. Delafield
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Heel of Achilles pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.E. M. Delafield’s 'The Heel of Achilles' is a sharp and insightful character study exploring the depths of egoism and self-centeredness. This compelling work of literary fiction delves into the complexiti...
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    23,13 €

  • A Reversion to Type (Cram Edition)
    E. M. Delafield
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of A reversion to type pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.E.M. Delafield’s 'A Reversion to Type' offers a sharp and insightful commentary on aristocracy and social class in England. This enduring work of fiction delves into the complexities of family dynamics, pr...
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    27,99 €

  • Mrs. Harter
    E. M. Delafield
    A drawing room bathed in the soft glow of afternoon light, the hush of expectation in the air, and the quiet choreography of upper class society-here, beneath the surface of polite conversation and carefully arranged tea trays, tensions simmer and secrets shape destinies. Set in the early 1900s, this nuanced British literary fiction peers into the intricate world of domestic dr...
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    20,60 €

  • The Provincial Lady in America
    E M Delafield
    A brisk Atlantic wind, the clatter of steamer trunks, and the uncertain promise of New York’s skyline-into this swirl steps an Englishwoman whose dry wit and keen eye for absurdity transform a simple voyage into a tapestry of transatlantic experiences. From the moment she sets foot on American soil, the world she encounters is both familiar and utterly foreign, inviting a blend...
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    18,86 €

  • The Provincial Lady in Wartime
    E M Delafield
    A blackout curtain stirs in a chilly drawing room, and somewhere beyond the garden wall, the drone of distant bombers unsettles the quiet pulse of middle-class England. In the heart of the British home front during World War Two, daily routines persist-yet nothing is quite as it was. With her unmistakable wit and a keen eye for the absurdities of domestic life, the narrator chr...
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    20,63 €

  • The Diary of a Provincial Lady
    E M Delafield
    A thin veil of English fog clings to the garden, where bulbs stubbornly refuse to bloom and the kettle threatens to boil over-yet the real drama unfolds behind the drawing-room curtains. Amid the gentle chaos of domestic routines, social invitations, and the constant negotiation of family life, a witty observer records the foibles and triumphs of upper middle class existence in...
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    18,92 €

  • The Provincial Lady in Russia
    E M Delafield
    A train steams through wintry Russian landscapes, its compartments crowded with unfamiliar faces and the sharp scent of adventure. Into this world steps an Englishwoman, notebook in hand, poised to observe Soviet Union travel with a blend of curiosity and dry wit unmatched in British humour. The journey unfolds not as a grand tour, but as a series of wry, intimate encounters-qu...
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    17,32 €

  • The Philistine
    E M Delafield
    A hush of expectation hangs over the English countryside, where the rituals of upper class family life unfold with both elegance and unease. Beneath the surface of polished manners and morning-room conversations, tensions simmer-between generations, between tradition and change, and within the quiet rebellions of those coming of age in Edwardian society. This is a social satire...
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    16,11 €

  • The Provincial Lady Goes Further
    E M Delafield
    A thin mist drifts across the lawns of a well-kept English country house, where beneath the veneer of afternoon teas and carefully clipped hedges, the real drama unfolds-quietly, wittily, and with a knowing glance at the absurdities of upper middle class life. In this singular portrait of 1930s England, the everyday becomes a stage for comic invention, as a perceptive and humor...
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    19,79 €

  • Diary of a Provincial Lady
    E. M. Delafield
    'Diary of a Provincial Lady' is a sharp and delightfully witty masterpiece of social satire that captures the mundane yet hilarious complexities of upper-middle-class life in 1930s England. Written in the form of a daily journal, the narrative follows an unnamed protagonist as she navigates the perpetual challenges of running a household in a Devon village. From the quiet despe...
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    27,10 €

  • The Heel Of Achilles
    E. M. Delafield
    In the heart of Edwardian England, where societal expectations cast long shadows, a woman’s inner world collides with the rigid structures around her. This historical fiction novel, once lost to time, has been lovingly restored for today’s and future generations by Alpha Editions. It offers a poignant exploration of personal struggles and character development, resonating deepl...
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    23,56 €

  • Humbug
    E. M. Delafield
    A mischievous, clear-eyed expose of classroom conventions Humbug in education unravels the polite lies schools tell themselves.E. M. Delafield’s Humbug: A Study in Education is a sharp, witty E. M. Delafield book that skewers early 20th century education with affectionate cruelty and razor insight. Part satire, part searing commentary, this classic educational critique follow...
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    19,35 €

  • Tension
    E. M. Delafield
    Uncover the gripping layers of human emotion in 'Tension,' a psychological thriller that has captivated readers for generations. This powerful narrative weaves suspenseful storytelling with profound character development, exploring the depths of emotional conflict and the intricacies of human relationships. Set against a backdrop of mystery, 'Tension' delves into the heart of n...
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    17,71 €

  • The War-Workers
    E. M. Delafield
    Step into the riveting world of 'The War-Workers,' a timeless classic by E. M. Delafield, now beautifully restored and republished by Alpha Editions after decades out of print. This collector’s item is more than just a reprint; it’s a cultural treasure brought back to life for today’s and future generations.Set against the backdrop of World War I, this compelling narrative delv...
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    17,75 €

  • The Pelicans
    E. M. Delafield
    E.M. Delafield’s 'The Pelicans' explores the complex landscape of faith, family, and personal transformation in England. This compelling work of women’s fiction delves into themes of religious conversion and spiritual journey within the context of the Catholic Church. Delafield masterfully portrays the inner life of a woman navigating profound changes, set against the backdrop ...
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    25,21 €

  • The Optimist
    E. M. Delafield
    E.M. Delafield’s 'The Optimist' offers a poignant exploration of the psychological impact of World War One. Through the lens of literary and psychological fiction, the novel delves into the experiences of a veteran grappling with the invisible wounds of trauma.This powerful work examines the challenges faced by those returning from the war, subtly portraying the effects of PTSD...
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    20,94 €

  • The Heel of Achilles
    E. M. Delafield
    E. M. Delafield’s 'The Heel of Achilles' is a sharp and insightful character study exploring the depths of egoism and self-centeredness. This compelling work of literary fiction delves into the complexities of human nature, revealing the hidden vulnerabilities beneath a veneer of selfishness. Delafield masterfully crafts a narrative that examines the psychological intricacies o...
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    20,11 €

  • Humbug
    E. M. Delafield
    E.M. Delafield’s 'Humbug' offers a sharply observed and humorous look at the complexities of marriage and domestic life. This witty satire, a classic of British humor, provides a timeless social commentary on the roles and expectations placed upon women. Delafield expertly navigates the intricacies of relationships, revealing the absurdities and unspoken truths within the seemi...
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    20,98 €

  • TENSION
    E. M. Delafield
    E.M. Delafield’s 'Tension' offers a compelling glimpse into the intricacies of marriage and social expectations in early 20th-century English society. This meticulously prepared edition brings to life a classic work of domestic fiction, exploring the psychological landscape of women within the confines of societal norms.A poignant work of social commentary, 'Tension' delves int...
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    21,06 €

  • Mrs. Harter
    E. M. Delafield
    E.M. Delafield’s 'Mrs. Harter' offers a compelling glimpse into the intricate dynamics of marriage and domestic life in early 20th century England. This meticulously prepared edition allows readers to explore a classic work of social satire focused on man-woman relationships. Delafield’s insightful portrayal resonates with timeless observations on the psychological complexities...
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    20,03 €

  • The War-Workers
    E. M. Delafield
    The War-Workers by E. M. Delafield is a compelling novel set during World War I, focusing on the lives of women engaged in the British war effort on the home front. The story centers around a group of female characters working in an office dedicated to volunteerism and leadership. Through vivid descriptions of their daily routines, Delafield explores the social dynamics and int...
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    15,20 €

  • Consequences Book I
    E. M. Delafield
    Consequences Book I by E. M. Delafield explores the emotional and psychological struggles of a young woman growing up in Edwardian society, bound by strict social expectations and Victorian morality. The protagonist faces inner conflict as she grapples with her family’s pressure to conform to societal norms, particularly those placed on women of her class. Delafield’s novel del...
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    14,50 €


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