Publisher's Synopsis
Tension is a novel written by E. M. Delafield and published in 1920. The story revolves around a young woman named Elizabeth Merton, who is married to a wealthy man named Arnold Merton. Despite their luxurious lifestyle, Elizabeth feels trapped and unfulfilled in her marriage, and she begins to question her own desires and identity.As the story progresses, Elizabeth becomes increasingly aware of the tension between her own desires and the expectations of society. She struggles to find a sense of self and purpose in a world that seems to be closing in on her. Along the way, she meets a number of other characters who challenge her beliefs and help her to see the world in a new light.Tension is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the themes of identity, gender roles, and societal expectations. Delafield's writing is both evocative and insightful, and she creates a vivid portrait of a woman struggling to find her place in the world. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the social and cultural issues of the early 20th century.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.
