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The house at sunset chronicles the experiences and relationships of the residents of the Old Vine townhouse as the building gradually becomes a rural tenement house. Through intimate portrayals, the story reflects the social changes affecting its inhabitants.
Written by Norah Lofts, this historical fiction piece captures the atmosphere of a dwindling urban dwelling and its shift into a modest rural setting, offering insight into the everyday lives of its occupants.
First publish date: 1962
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Norah Lofts
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