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Tea-time gathers the Jardine household at The Rigs, an old stone cottage in Priorsford beside the Tweed. Jean watches her nineteen-year-old brother David pack his books for Oxford, while Jock eats and the young Mhor turns an upturned table into a raft. Their servant, Mrs. M'Cosh, supplies neighbourhood news and opinions through lively conversation. Around this busy room, O. Douglas builds a novel of family life and local customs.
The warmth of home sits beside practical worries about money and the changes that education brings. When David returns from his first term, Jean notices his new confidence before their fireside conversation reveals the expense of fitting in with wealthier students. His efforts at writing and a small gift for his sister give these concerns a personal scale. Readers can enjoy the children's games, domestic comedy and closely observed affection between siblings.
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- Author
- O. Douglas
- Reading time
- About 7 hours
- Pages
- 249
- Language
- English
- Genre
- British Classics
- Formats
- PDF, EPUB, Read online