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A classic story of the people who move and shake in the tense, polite and sometimes dangerous world of a quiet village in Edwardian Britain. This classic novel, originally published in 1894, is being republished here together with a new introductory biography of the author.

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A classic story of the people who move and shake in the tense, polite and sometimes dangerous world of a quiet village in Edwardian Britain. This classic novel, originally published in 1894, is being republished here together with a new introductory biography of the author.

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Autorenporträt
Edward Frederic Benson was an English novelist, biographer, memoirist, historian, and short story writer. Born on July 24, 1867, in Wellington College, United Kingdom, he was the son of Edward White Benson and Mary Benson. He had three siblings: Arthur Christopher Benson, Robert Hugh Benson, and Margaret Benson. Benson is best known for his Mapp and Lucia series, which explores the lives and rivalries of two women in a small English town. He also wrote the Dodo series and several supernatural horror stories. His works are celebrated for their wit, humor, and insightful portrayal of English society. Benson's literary career spanned a range of genres, including historical fiction, memoir, and supernatural tales. He was recognized for his ability to depict the nuances of social interactions and the complexities of human behavior. Benson passed away on February 29, 1940, in London at the age of 72. His legacy lives on through his extensive contributions to English literature, particularly in the realms of satire and social commentary.