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The Long Weekend: Life in the English Country House Between the Wars,New
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[A] fantastically readable and endlessly fascinating book Delicious, occasionally fantastical, revealing in ways that Downtown Abbey never was. Rachel Cooke, ObserverA Daily Telegraph Book of the YearThere is nothing quite as beautiful as an English country house in summer. And there has never been a summer quite like that Indian summer between the two world wars, a period of gentle decline in which the sun set slowly on the British Empire and the shadows lengthened on the lawns of a thousand stately homes.Real life in the country house during the 1920s and 1930s was not always so sunny. By turns opulent and ordinary, noble and vicious, its shadows were darker. In The Long Weekend, Adrian Tinniswood uncovers the truth about a world halfforgotten, draped in myth and hidden behind stiff upper lips and filmstar smiles. Drawing on hundreds of memoirs, on unpublished letters and diaries, on the eyewitness testimonies of belted earls and unhappy heiresses and bullying butlers, The Long Weekend gives a voice to the people who inhabited this world. In a definitive social history which combines anecdote and narrative with scholarship, it brings the stately homes of England to life, giving readers an insight into the guilt and the gingerbread, and showing how the image of the country house was carefully protected by its occupants above and below stairs, and how the reality was so much more interesting than the dream.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Long Weekend'? A: 'The Long Weekend' explores life in English country houses during the interwar period, revealing the complexities of social class, the decline of the British Empire, and the true stories behind the opulence often depicted in popular culture.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Long Weekend'? A: The book is authored by Adrian Tinniswood, who draws on extensive research, including memoirs, letters, and diaries, to provide an in-depth social history of the era.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Long Weekend' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a classic look, making it suitable for both reading and display.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Long Weekend' have? A: The book contains 416 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: When was 'The Long Weekend' published? A: 'The Long Weekend' was published on June 2, 2016, and is noted as a First Edition.
- Q: Is 'The Long Weekend' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Long Weekend' is well-researched and includes scholarly references, making it suitable for academic study in social history and cultural studies.
- Q: What readers can expect from the writing style of 'The Long Weekend'? A: Readers can expect a writing style that is both engaging and scholarly, filled with anecdotes and narratives that bring the history of English country houses to life.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for history enthusiasts? A: Yes, 'The Long Weekend' would make an excellent gift for history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in British social history and the cultural dynamics of the early 20th century.
- Q: Does 'The Long Weekend' feature illustrations or photographs? A: While the primary focus is on the text, the book may include some illustrations or photographs to complement the narrative, though specific details on this may vary by edition.
- Q: What unique insights does 'The Long Weekend' provide about the lives of people in country houses? A: 'The Long Weekend' uncovers the realities of life in country houses, highlighting the contrasts between the glamorous image and the often harsh truths faced by both the nobility and their staff.