A Different Sound : Stories by Mid-Century Women Writers by Various Authors 9327983690026

A Different Sound : Stories by Mid-Century Women Writers

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A Different Sound: Stories by Mid-Century Women Writers is an extraordinary collection curated...
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A Different Sound: Stories by Mid-Century Women Writers is an extraordinary collection curated by acclaimed writer and critic Lucy Scholes, spotlighting the vibrant voices of women writers from the 1940s and 50s.

Within this anthology, readers will discover a tapestry of narratives that unveil the challenges and triumphs experienced by men and women during a time of significant social transformation. Set against the backdrops of a remote Cornwall peninsula and the opulent drawing rooms of the British Raj, these stories encapsulate the delicate balance between personal desires and societal expectations.

Featuring a rich selection of works from both celebrated authors and recently rediscovered talents, this collection presents:

  • The Cut Finger by Frances Bellerby
  • Summer Night by Elizabeth Bowen
  • The Birds by Daphne du Maurier
  • The Land Girl by Diana Gardner
  • Listen to the Magnolias by Stella Gibbons
  • Shocking Weather, Isn't It? by Inez Holden
  • The First Party by Attia Hosain
  • Three Miles Up by Elizabeth Jane Howard
  • The Skylight by Penelope Mortimer
  • The Thames Spread Out by Elizabeth Taylor
  • Scorched Earth Policy by Sylvia Townsend Warner

These compelling stories are infused with tension and longing, providing an insightful glimpse into an era that has shaped literary history. As a vital addition to any literary enthusiast's collection, A Different Sound: Stories by Mid-Century Women Writers not only celebrates the contributions of women writers but also invites readers to reflect on the evolving narrative of society.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781782278498
Author: Various Authors
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Pushkin Press Classics
Publisher: Pushkin Press
Dimensions: 200 x 130 x 22 mm
Publication Date: 29 February, 2024
Pagination: 272 pages
Weight: 240g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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