Paradise Postponed

Mortimer, John

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Why does Simeon Simcox, the CND-marching Rector of Rapstone Fanner, leave his fortune not to his two sons but to an odious Tory Minister? Mortimer’s novel unveils the follies and passions of an astonishing array of characters and English life.

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Publish Date: 04/11/2010

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When Simeon Simcox, a socialist clergyman, leaves his entire fortune not to his family but to the ruthless, social-climbing Tory MP Leslie Titmuss, the Rector’s two sons react in very different ways. Henry, novelist and former ‘angry young man’ turned grumpy old reactionary, decides to fight the will and prove their father was insane. Younger brother Fred, a mild-mannered country doctor, takes a different approach, quietly digging in Simeon’s past, only to uncover an entirely unexpected explanation for the legacy.

An exquisitely drawn saga of ancient rivalries and class struggles, featuring a glorious cast of characters, Paradise Postponed is a delicious portrait of English country life by a master satirist.

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Weight 312 g
Dimensions 197 × 127 × 25 mm
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Cover

Paperback

Pages

413

Language

English

Edition
Dewey

823.914 (edition:23)

Readership

General – Trade / Code: K