{"title":"Ivy Compton-Burnett","description":"\u003cp\u003eIvy Compton-Burnett, a distinctive voice in British literature, invites readers into the intricacies of familial dynamics and power struggles. Known for her unique narrative style, Compton-Burnett adeptly crafts dialogues that unveil the hidden tensions within family life. Her works, often set in the late Victorian or Edwardian periods, provide a sharp commentary on societal norms and relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating world of Compton-Burnett through titles such as \u003cem\u003eDaughters and Sons\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eManservant and Maidservant\u003c\/em\u003e. These novels, categorised under General Fiction, offer insightful portrayals of character and an unflinching examination of human nature. Whether you're a seasoned reader of her works or discovering her for the first time, Ivy Compton-Burnett's novels promise a compelling and thought-provoking reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the pages and witness the astute observations of everyday life, as Compton-Burnett masterfully combines wit with a deep understanding of her characters' complexities. Her books remain a testament to her unique literary contributions and continue to intrigue and engage readers of all generations.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"daughters-and-sons-by-ivy-compton-burnett-9781782278702","title":"Daughters and Sons","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSabine Ponsonby presides over her large household with despotic force, rivalled only by her imperious daughter, Hetta. While her needling cruelties cause one governess after another to flee, the family's younger generation begins to stir in revolt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten in Ivy Compton-Burnett's iconic style, with dialogue seething with veiled insults and manipulations, \u003ci\u003eDaughters and Sons\u003c\/i\u003e is an acidic comedy of manners about the self-consuming power struggles of the Victorian family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46711212081388,"sku":"9781782278702","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15487643482822.jpg?v=1754200833"},{"product_id":"manservant-and-maidservant-by-ivy-compton-burnett-9781782278689","title":"Manservant and Maidservant","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHorace Lamb runs an austere household with tyrannical force and cruel economy. His five children shiver through the winter and learn that a fire is not a thing to be taken for granted. Hierarchies are more lightly enforced in the servants' quarters, where Bullivant and Mrs Selden attempt to rein in their young charges. When Horace suddenly turns attentive and caring, the real difficulties begin: the taut order of the household slackens, setting loose old grievances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer own favourite among her novels, \u003ci\u003eManservant and Maidservant\u003c\/i\u003e is Ivy Compton-Burnett at her laceratingly witty best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal, artful and elegant... To read her for the first time is a singular experience\u003c\/b\u003e - Hilary Mantel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46712485347564,"sku":"9781782278689","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15487513482822.jpg?v=1754296316"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/ivy-compton-burnett.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}