The Old Guard Surrenders
Edition: 1st ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Spine label has largely disintegrated, boards remain intact despite some scattered marks and spotting. Name penned on the fep. Book block and prelims show some foxing, otherwise structurally sound and clean
This compelling historical novel, The Old Guard Surrenders, chronicles the societal shifts and generational conflicts within early 20th-century England. Vachell masterfully portrays the clash between entrenched traditions and emerging modern ideals, presenting a vivid tableau of a society in flux. The narrative details the struggles of characters grappling with changing values, illustrating the personal costs of progress and resistance. With a keen eye for social nuance, the author constructs a poignant and insightful commentary on an era defined by profound transformation. This work offers a captivating look into the heart of a nation redefining itself.
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Edition: 1st ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Spine label has largely disintegrated, boards remain intact despite some scattered marks and spotting. Name penned on the fep. Book block and prelims show some foxing, otherwise structurally sound and clean
This compelling historical novel, The Old Guard Surrenders, chronicles the societal shifts and generational conflicts within early 20th-century England. Vachell masterfully portrays the clash between entrenched traditions and emerging modern ideals, presenting a vivid tableau of a society in flux. The narrative details the struggles of characters grappling with changing values, illustrating the personal costs of progress and resistance. With a keen eye for social nuance, the author constructs a poignant and insightful commentary on an era defined by profound transformation. This work offers a captivating look into the heart of a nation redefining itself.
