Ian Hay

A Safety Match (eBook, ePUB)

A Witty Exploration of Romance and Social Class in Early 20th Century England

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Ian Hay's 'A Safety Match' is a riveting novel that delves into the complexities of social class and romance in the early 20th century England. Written in a witty and insightful style, Hay explores the lives of the upper-middle-class characters with depth and nuance, highlighting the nuances of relationships and societal expectations. The novel's literary context places it within the tradition of British romantic comedies, with Hay's sharp dialogue and keen observations shining through. The storyline is engaging and keeps the reader intrigued till the very end, making it a must-read for fans of classic British literature. Ian Hay, a prolific Scottish author, draws from his own experiences and observations of British society to create a compelling narrative that reflects the time period in which he lived. His background as a military officer and playwright adds a unique perspective to his writing, offering readers a glimpse into the world of the British elite with authenticity and charm. I highly recommend 'A Safety Match' to readers who enjoy smart social commentary, engaging plotlines, and well-drawn characters. Hay's novel is a delightful read that offers both entertainment and insight into the intricacies of relationships and society in the early 20th century England.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 237
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066157715
• Artikelnr.: 70482333

Autorenporträt

Major General John Hay Beith, CBE MC, was a British schoolteacher and soldier, but he is best known as a novelist, playwright, essayist, and historian who worked under the pen name Ian Hay. After studying Classics at Cambridge University, Beith became a schoolteacher. His novel Pip was published in 1907, and its popularity, together with the success of numerous other novels, enabled him to retire from teaching in 1912 to pursue a full-time writing career. During World War I, Beith was a French army officer. His humorous description of army life, The First Hundred Thousand, released in 1915, was a best-seller. As a result of this, he was assigned to work in the information section of the British War Mission in Washington, DC. After the war, Beith's books did not gain the popularity of his earlier work, but he established a successful career as a dramatist, producing light comedies in cooperation with other authors such as P. G. Wodehouse and Guy Bolton. During WWII, Beith was the War Office's Director of Public Relations, retiring in 1941 just before his 65th birthday.