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_aRidge, W. Pett _q(William Pett), _d1859-1930 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Amazing Years |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2020 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2020-06-18 | ||
| 508 | _aE-text prepared by MFR, Graeme Mackreth, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org) | ||
| 520 | _a"The Amazing Years" by W. Pett Ridge is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of World War I, the narrative unfolds around the Hillier family, particularly focusing on their maid, Weston, whose perspective provides a unique lens into the domestic turmoil we're facing as war disrupts their lives and routines. The story captures the complexities of familial relationships, social class dynamics, and the impact of broader societal changes as the characters navigate the worries and uncertainties of the time. The opening portion introduces the Hillier family as they prepare for a holiday that soon becomes overshadowed by the looming threat of war. Through Weston's eyes, we witness the interactions among the family members, showcasing their concerns about the trip and the changing world. As the conversations reveal their worries about travel conditions and the masters' state of mind, it becomes clear that their ordinary lives are being disrupted by unnerving external tensions. Weston's dedication to the family and her ability to manage their chaos hints at her crucial role in this household as they collectively confront an unpredictable future. The narrative establishes a tone of unease and foreshadows the transformative impact of the war on both the Hillier family and their servant. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aSocial classes -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- England -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aEngland -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aFamilies -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aHousekeepers -- Fiction | ||
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