L. P. Hartley
The Hireling
- ISBN 13:
- 9781473612556
- author:
- L. P. Hartley
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Murray
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 2 x 20.3 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, , L. P. Hartley
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A soldier-turned chauffeur falls in love with his aristocratic and recently-widowed employer. Lady Franklin, overcome with grief at her husband's death, finds solace in the company of Leadbitter, a gallant and hard-bitten ex-soldier who drives for hire. As they embark on a series of journeys together, Leadbitter shares stories of his non-existent wife and children, drawing Lady Franklin out of her self-absorption. However, this fragile bond is tested by Leadbitter's own desires, leading to a dramatic and unexpected conclusion. This poignant tale explores the complexities of love, loss, and deception in a delicate and powerful way.
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