The Delafield Affair (Edition1)
Published on 3. February 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
194 pages
978-93-7042-604-7 (ISBN)
Description
The Delafield Affair is a novel that delves into the complexities of revenge, loyalty, and the lasting impact of the past on personal relationships. The protagonist, a determined young man, is driven by a deep-seated desire to seek vengeance against a financier responsible for his family's ruin. Set against the backdrop of the challenging New Mexican landscape, the narrative explores how the protagonist's life is shaped by his quest for retribution. As he navigates the harsh realities of ranch life, he is forced to confront the emotional and moral costs of his pursuit. The arrival of two new characters adds a layer of lightness and provides a momentary respite from his burden. The story examines the tension between personal sacrifice and the pursuit of justice, questioning whether vengeance can truly heal old wounds. As the narrative unfolds, it paints a vivid picture of the struggles between past grievances and the possibility of redemption. The novel promises to delve deeply into human emotions and the consequences of holding onto past wrongs.
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Language
English
Place of publication
India
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
252 gr
ISBN-13
978-93-7042-604-7 (9789370426047)
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Florence Finch Kelly was an American feminist, suffragist, journalist, and author known for her work in novels, short stories, and articles. Born in Girard, Illinois, on March 27, 1858, she was the youngest of eight children in a family that moved by covered wagon from Illinois to Kansas. Her father, James Gardner Finch, was a farmer, and one of her brothers, Charles Sumner Finch, became a newspaper publisher. Kelly attended the University of Kansas, earning both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts degree. She married newspaper publisher Allen P. Kelly in 1884 and had two sons, one of whom died in childhood. In her career, Kelly contributed articles to several periodicals, including the Boston Globe and Liberty. She also worked as a book reviewer for the New York Times from 1906 to the mid-1930s. Known for her interest in social and economic reforms, she traveled to New Zealand and Australia to study their economic policies and wrote extensively on those subjects. Kelly published seven novels and numerous short stories. She passed away in 1939 in New Hartford, Connecticut.