All Passion Spent

Author: V. Sackville-West
Binding: Paperback
Published: Bernhard Tauchnitz, 1931

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Fair – Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Previous owner’s writing on front cover, yellowed throughout it’s entirety and slight cover detachment from spine.

This poignant work of literary fiction by Vita Sackville-West chronicles the quiet rebellion of Lady Slane, an elderly widow who, upon the death of her esteemed husband, sheds the constraints of her public life to pursue long-suppressed personal desires. Set in the early 20th century, the novel presents a nuanced portrait of aging, independence, and the societal expectations placed upon women. It offers a reflective and ultimately liberating narrative about finding personal freedom in later life, making it a compelling read for those interested in character-driven stories and social commentary.