Short Stories 9789362768841 "The Custom of the Country"

"The Custom of the Country" remains a timeless exploration of societal aspirations and the rate one will pay for chasing the elusive dream of upward mobility in a global ruled by using social conventions

Peters tries to impress Emsworth with his extensive collection of beetles while the two men chat casually there

particularly in regard to women's rights and equality within the institution

The Englishmen are forced to band together to defeat Juju and protect their home

Short Stories 9789362768841 "The Custom of the Country"Few short story writers have done a better job than Stacy Aumonier of getting to the heart of what it means to be human. Aumonier's collection takes readers on a journey through a wide range of people, feelings, and situations that make them think. It does this by combining keen observation with masterful storytelling. Each story in this book is carefully put together and gives a glimpse into the lives of regular people who find themselves in strange