Eden Phillpotts

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Storm in a Teacup

Beschreibung

Eden Phillpotts's "Storm in a Teacup" offers a delightful foray into village life, brimming with British humor and keen social satire. Set against the backdrop of a paper mill, this comedy explores the intricacies of small-town relationships and the universal human foibles that make them both frustrating and endearing. A master of observation, Phillpotts crafts a story that is both charming and insightful, finding humor in the everyday dramas that unfold in a close-knit community. Experience a timeless tale that gently pokes fun at social conventions while celebrating the resilience and spirit of ordinary people. "Storm in a Teacup" is a testament to the enduring power of a well-told story, offering a refreshing escape into a world where even the smallest events can create the biggest ripples. This meticulously prepared print edition brings Phillpotts's classic work to a new audience, ensuring its place among the great works of humorous and literary fiction. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Eden Phillpotts (1862-1960) was an English author, playwright, and poet. He was born in Mount Abu, India, but spent most of his childhood in Devon, England. Phillpotts was a prolific writer, publishing more than 250 works of fiction, drama, and poetry during his long career. Phillpotts began his writing career as a journalist but soon turned to fiction, publishing his first novel, "Lying Prophets," in 1897. In addition to his novels, Phillpotts was also a successful playwright, writing more than 30 plays for the stage. His plays often dealt with social issues and were popular with audiences in both England and the United States. During his career, Phillpotts received numerous literary awards and honors, including the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry in 1937. He was also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and a member of the Royal Society of Arts. Phillpotts continued to write well into his nineties, and his last novel, "The Virgin in the Ice," was published in 1959. Today, Phillpotts is remembered as one of England's most prolific and versatile authors of the early 20th century. His works continue to be read and enjoyed by readers around the world.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 230
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 327g
• ISBN-13: 9781023460415
• ISBN-10: 1023460416
• Artikelnr.: 74018377