Eliot, Elizabeth
Mrs. Martell
- ISBN 13:
- 9781912574636
- author:
- Eliot, Elizabeth
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Dean Street Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 210
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Cathie Martell's life is one of calculated ambition and ruthless determination. Her focus is unwavering: securing her future, no matter the cost to others. This novel, first published in 1953, offers a piercing portrayal of a woman driven by her desires, with humour and insight that belies its unflinching gaze. Elizabeth Eliot's writing is marked by its cleverness and wit, as well as its sharp eye for detail. Her protagonist's world is one of appearances and social standing, where the lines between right and wrong are often blurred. This new edition includes an introduction by Elizabeth Crawford, highlighting the enduring appeal of Eliot's work. A nuanced exploration of human nature, Mrs. Martell is a thought-provoking read that will leave you pondering the complexities of its protagonist's world.