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The children's coming of age, with its gradual acceptance of love and loss, becomes all the more poignant as the events of the First World War gather pace...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43204181262514,"sku":"9780860686699","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780860686699_aeb8fa33-5db3-4238-96a0-2b3b700dbbb3.jpg?v=1786016047"},{"product_id":"9781844086993","title":"The Fountain Overflows","description":"\u003cp\u003eRose Aubrey is one of a family of four children.  Their father, Piers, is the disgraced son of an Irish landowning family, a violent, noble and quite unscrupulous leader of popular causes.  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But their happiness is diminished by their cousin's unfathomable marriage to a man they perceive as grotesque.  Lacking her cousin Rosamund's intuitive understanding, Rose looks to the surrogate wisdom of Mr Morpurgo, while quiet days with Aunt Lily and the Darcys at their pub on the Thames offer respite from the tensions of foreign concert tours.  With approaching middle age Rose gains in perspective.  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It’s about whether your home is working for you in the best way. Your home can directly improve your wellbeing and contentment with better health, sleep, and relationships, and ultimately decrease your stress levels to increase your all-round happiness. In this book, Rebecca West helps you to learn how to make your home feel brand new without actually relocating and how to redecorate so you can feel best in your space. Along with beautiful photographs, there are a variety of self-assessment activities to connect your financial, emotional, and physical health to your space to ensure it nurtures your vision—and invest your time and money more effectively too. 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Delving into the intricate complexities of James's literary genius and personal journey, West presents a richly detailed portrait of one of the most influential figures in American literature. As a masterful piece of literary analysis, the book navigates through James's prolific career, from his early writings to his later masterpieces. West's insightful commentary and keen observations illuminate the themes, characters, and narrative techniques that characterize James's oeuvre, providing readers with a deeper understanding of his enduring literary legacy. The genre of \"Henry James\" can be categorized as literary biography, showcasing West's expertise as a renowned literary critic and biographer. Through meticulous research and thoughtful reflection, West offers readers a captivating glimpse into the life and times of Henry James, capturing the essence of his literary brilliance and the complexities of his personal and professional relationships. 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Through rich character development and intricate plotlines, West creates a gripping tale that is deeply rooted in British literature. The novel unfolds as a character-driven drama, where the actions and decisions of individuals reverberate through their relationships and the broader fabric of society. Against the backdrop of legal proceedings, familial tensions, and societal norms, \"The Judge\" navigates themes of morality and justice with a keen eye for intrigue and nuance. West's exploration of the human psyche adds depth and complexity to the narrative, keeping readers engaged as they unravel the intricacies of the characters' motivations and actions. 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