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A timely, sophisticated tale [that] explores what happens when a charmed life loses its luster. O MagazineFrom the awardwinning author of the new collection Awayland, an imaginative novel about a wealthy New England family in the 1960s and '70s that suddenly loses its fortuneand its bearings.An NPR Best Book of the YearLabor Day, 1976, Martha's Vineyard. Summering at the family beach house along this moneyed coast of New England, Fern and Edgarmarried with three childrenare happily preparing for a family birthday celebration when they learn that the unimaginable has occurred: There is no more money. More specifically, there's no more money in the estate of Fern's recently deceased parents, which, as the sole source of Fern and Edgar's income, had allowed them to live this beautiful, comfortable life despite their professed antimoney ideals. Quickly, the oncecharmed family unravels. In distress and confusion, Fern and Edgar are each tempted away on separate adventures: she on a road trip with a stranger, he on an illadvised sailing voyage with another woman. The three children are left for days with no guardian whatsoever, in an improvised Neverland helmed by the tender, witty, and resourceful Cricket, age nine. Brimming with humanity and wisdom, humor and bite, and imbued with both the whimsical and the profound, Sons and Daughters of Ease and Plenty is a story of American wealth, class, family, and mobility, approached by awardwinner Ramona Ausubel with a breadth of imagination and understanding that is fresh, surprising, and exciting.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Sons and Daughters of Ease and Plenty'? A: The novel explores themes of wealth, class, family dynamics, and the impact of sudden financial loss on a seemingly charmed life.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Ramona Ausubel, known for her imaginative storytelling and insightful character portrayals.
- Q: What is the setting of the novel? A: The story is set in Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, during the summer of Labor Day in 1976, focusing on a wealthy New England family.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: Is 'Sons and Daughters of Ease and Plenty' a standalone novel? A: Yes, it is a standalone novel, though the author has written other works, including a collection titled 'Awayland'.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on June 14, 2016.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This novel is suitable for adult readers, particularly those interested in literary fiction and family dramas.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style? A: Readers can expect a mix of humor, wisdom, and profound insights, with a narrative that balances the whimsical and the serious.
- Q: Is this book part of a series or an edition? A: This is the first edition, 3rd printing of the book.