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ISBN: 9780143774303
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2020
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE NZ
Pages: 352
Description:
In this highly entertaining novel, Edith Wharton is variously reimagined- as a host in the afterlife, a historical figure in a modern novella, and as an elusive presence in the pages of her own writing. But when a lifelong secret is exposed, it's almost too shocking to be true.
Hugely acclaimed during her lifetime, writer Edith Wharton is back - with the most extraordinary opportunity. Summoned to a room in the afterlife, Edith finds the manuscript of a new novella inspired by her life. A letter from her one-time editor advises Edith to consider carefully whether to destroy the work or allow its publication. Is this a chance to correct her image of haughtiness and privilege, and to reignite interest in her writing?
Edith begins reading the novella to her astonished companions; and what unfolds is a cautionary story of online fame. But as she gradually remembers the details of her life, Edith becomes fearful about what the work might reveal and is haunted by the words-
The letters survive, and everything survives.
'Philippa Swan's is an original voice that is articulate, humorous and disarmingly refreshing.' - NZ Books
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ISBN: 9780143774303
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2020
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE NZ
Pages: 352
Description:
In this highly entertaining novel, Edith Wharton is variously reimagined- as a host in the afterlife, a historical figure in a modern novella, and as an elusive presence in the pages of her own writing. But when a lifelong secret is exposed, it's almost too shocking to be true.
Hugely acclaimed during her lifetime, writer Edith Wharton is back - with the most extraordinary opportunity. Summoned to a room in the afterlife, Edith finds the manuscript of a new novella inspired by her life. A letter from her one-time editor advises Edith to consider carefully whether to destroy the work or allow its publication. Is this a chance to correct her image of haughtiness and privilege, and to reignite interest in her writing?
Edith begins reading the novella to her astonished companions; and what unfolds is a cautionary story of online fame. But as she gradually remembers the details of her life, Edith becomes fearful about what the work might reveal and is haunted by the words-
The letters survive, and everything survives.
'Philippa Swan's is an original voice that is articulate, humorous and disarmingly refreshing.' - NZ Books
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
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