Balloons - Bibesco, Elizabeth
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Step into the intimate world of Elizabeth Bibesco's "Balloons," a collection of poignant short stories exploring the complexities of domestic life and the inner lives of women in the 20th century. Bibesco, a celebrated voice in literary fiction, crafts narratives that resonate with emotional depth and subtle observation. These stories, rooted in the everyday, offer a glimpse into the hopes, dreams, and quiet struggles of individuals navigating relationships and societal expectations. "Balloons" captures a specific time while touching upon universal themes of love, loss, and the search for…mehr

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Step into the intimate world of Elizabeth Bibesco's "Balloons," a collection of poignant short stories exploring the complexities of domestic life and the inner lives of women in the 20th century. Bibesco, a celebrated voice in literary fiction, crafts narratives that resonate with emotional depth and subtle observation. These stories, rooted in the everyday, offer a glimpse into the hopes, dreams, and quiet struggles of individuals navigating relationships and societal expectations. "Balloons" captures a specific time while touching upon universal themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning. This meticulously prepared edition ensures that Bibesco's insightful and timeless prose continues to captivate readers. Discover the enduring power of her short fiction in this beautifully presented volume. 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.
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Elizabeth, Princess Bibesco was an English socialite, actress, and writer, known for her works between 1921 and 1940. Born on February 26, 1897, in London, she was the daughter of H. H. Asquith, the British Prime Minister, and Margot Asquith, a renowned writer. Elizabeth s life was deeply intertwined with both British politics and European aristocracy, as she married Antoine Bibesco, a Romanian prince and diplomat. Her personal connections and her social status influenced her writing and public persona. She had two children, Priscilla Bibesco and Priscilla Hodgson, and was also the sister of Violet Bonham Carter and filmmaker Anthony Asquith. Throughout her life, Elizabeth navigated the roles of both a public figure and an insightful writer, often reflecting on the complexities of society and relationships. Elizabeth, Princess Bibesco passed away on April 7, 1945, at the age of 48 in Bucharest, Romania. Her works continue to be recognized for their sharp social observations and unique perspectives on the human condition.