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The Edwardians opens in July 1905 at the grand estate of Chevron, where the young duke Sebastian and his independent sixteen-year‑old sister Viola face the dazzling yet hollow world of high society. Sebastian, bound by duty to his family’s land, despises the extravagant fashion of his peers, while Viola, skeptical of the roles expected of her, embraces a more free‑spirited outlook. The lavish house party in the marshes of Chevron brings together figures such as the alluring Lady Roehampton, who introduces Sebastian to the art of passion, and the rugged explorer Anquetil, whose presence hints at a wider world beyond the polished façades. Through their interactions, the novel captures both the allure and the seeds of decline of Edwardian Britain, painting a portrait of class, tradition, and personal awakening.
First publish date: 1930
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Vita Sackville-West
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