{"product_id":"9788418918087","title":"THE NUTMEG TREE","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTHE NUTMEG TREE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA family comedy full of wit, misunderstandings, and second chances. After years of absence, a bohemian mother bursts back into the life of her daughter—who is on the verge of getting married—unleashing a whirlwind of emotions in an idyllic Alpine villa. The author, Margery Sharp, weaves an agile and amusing narrative that explores family ties, the weight of the past, and the possibility of reconciliation. A novel that combines British humor with a sharp portrait of the social conventions of the time, offering a light yet profound read on what it really means to be a mother.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJulia Packett, a war widow and unsuccessful actress, left her daughter Susan in the care of her aristocratic mother-in-law to pursue her dreams in London. Years later, broke and at 37 years old, she receives a letter from Susan announcing her engagement. With a sudden maternal impulse, Julia travels to Les Sapins, the Alpine villa where the family spends the summer. There, she reunites with her daughter, the stern Grandmother Packett, and Bryan Relton, the fiancé. What begins as an awkward visit becomes an unpredictable festival of feuds, confidences, and pastry recipes, where each character must face their own expectations and prejudices. The plot unfolds in an idyllic setting that contrasts with the emotional conflicts, creating a comedy of manners that is as funny as it is moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe reconciliation between a mother and daughter separated by abandonment and class differences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe conflict between individual freedom and family responsibilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA comedy of manners set in the British upper class during the interwar period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe questioning of traditional female roles through strong and complex female characters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe healing power of humor and small, everyday gestures in the face of great family dramas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers who enjoy British comedy novels with memorable female characters and family plots full of witty dialogue. It is ideal for those looking for a light but substantial read that combines comedy with a reflection on love, forgiveness, and identity. It is also perfect for fans of classic authors like Nancy Mitford or Stella Gibbons, and for those who appreciate stories of second chances in evocative settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA humorous and sharp vision of family relationships, far removed from excessive drama.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA portrait of the early 20th-century woman who fights for her independence without losing affection for her loved ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn agile and entertaining plot that maintains interest from beginning to end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBrilliant dialogue and comic situations that invite reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn Alpine setting that transports the reader to a bucolic and charming scene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: SHARP, MARGERY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: HOJA DE LATA EDITORIAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: SENSIBLES A LAS LETRAS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: March 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 272\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 502 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA novel that demonstrates Margery Sharp's talent for combining humor with a deep look at human relationships. The work stands out for its impeccable narrative rhythm and the construction of complex and charismatic female characters. It is a wise choice for those looking for an enjoyable yet substantial read that manages to amuse and move without falling into sentimentality. The edition by Hoja de Lata Editorial, as part of their Sensibles a las Letras collection, successfully recovers a classic voice that deserves to be rediscovered by the contemporary public.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOJA DE LATA EDITORIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406719934811,"sku":"9788418918087","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841891808.jpg?v=1781838879","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788418918087","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}