Small Things - Margaret Deland - Bog

Small Things is a novel written by Margaret Deland, an American author known for her realistic portrayals of life in New England. The book follows the story of Marcia and David Maynard, a married couple who live in a small town in Massachusetts. Marcia is a devoted wife and mother, but she feels unfulfilled and trapped in her domestic life. David, on the other hand, is a successful businessman who spends most of his time away from home.Their lives are turned upside down when their son, Robbie, is diagnosed with a serious illness. As they struggle to cope with the emotional and financial burdens of his treatment, they are forced to confront the issues that have been simmering beneath the surface of their marriage. Marcia begins to question her role as a wife and mother, while David realizes that his career has come at a cost to his family.The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of relationships. Deland's prose is lyrical and insightful, and she captures the nuances of small-town life with precision and sensitivity. Small Things is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that will resonate with readers who have experienced the challenges of marriage, parenthood, and illness.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.