E H Young – författare

"'You don't mean you're going to divorce him?' Miss Spanner said with horror."A sophisticated, emotive novel, Chatterton Square concerns the complex web of relationships between two neighbouring families, the Blacketts and the Frasers. Framed by the advance of the Second World War, the subtle mechanics of marriage and love are laid bare through the observation of three of the marital options open to the mid-century woman: unmarried, separated, miserably married.Chatterton Square was published ten years after calls for a change in divorce law resulted in the Matrimonial Causes Act 1937. Despite there being more legal provision for women seeking divorce, the suggestion of it remained shocking, providing the central focus for Young's novel.

“The Misses Mallett - A Bridge Dividing” is a 1922 novel by E. H. Young. Set in Bristol, England, the story revolves around Rose Mallett and her half sisters Sophia and Caroline, who live ostensibly unremarkable lives in Upper Radstowe. However, Rose is engaged in a secret love affair with an unavailable man, and the unexpected entrance of an orphaned niece into their lives threatens to upset the balance she has so deftly tried to maintain. Emily Hilda Daniell (1880–1949) was an English children''s writer, novelist, mountaineer, and advocate for female suffrage who wrote under the pen name E. H. Young. Despite being almost completely unheard of now, Daniell was a celebrated author who produced numerous best sellers during her time. Other works by this author include: “Corn of Wheat” (1910) and “Moor Fires” (1916). Read & Co. Books is republishing this classic novel now in a new edition complete with a new specially-commissioned biography of the author.

“Moor Fires” is a 1916 novel written by E. H. Young. Emily Hilda Daniell (1880–1949) was an English children''s writer, novelist, mountaineer, and advocate for female suffrage who wrote under the pen name E. H. Young. Despite being almost completely unheard of now, Young was a celebrated author who produced numerous best sellers during her time. The third of her novels, “Moor Fires” centres around the lives of twin sisters Helen and Miriam Caniper, who live with their stepmother and two brothers on a stretch of wild moorland. Loving, domestic, and fond of her home, Helen couldn''t be more different than her twin, who wishes to leave and spends her time tormenting any young man who she comes across. Other works by this author include: “Corn of Wheat” (1910), “Yonder” (1912), and “Celia” (1937). Read & Co. Books is republishing this classic novel now in a new edition complete with “Introductory Poems” by Edwin Waugh and Emily Brontë.

“Yonder” is a 1912 novel written by E. H. Young. Emily Hilda Daniell (1880–1949) was an English children''s writer, novelist, mountaineer, and advocate for female suffrage who wrote under the pen name E. H. Young. Despite being almost completely unheard of now, Daniell was a celebrated author who produced numerous best sellers during her time. Her second novel, “Yonder” constitutes a must-read for those who have read and enjoyed other works by Daniell and would make for a worthy addition to any bookshelf. Other works by this author include: “Corn of Wheat” (1910), “A Bridge Dividing” (1922), and “Moor Fires” (1916). Read & Co. Books is republishing this classic novel now in a new edition complete with a new specially-commissioned biography of the author.

The Misses Mallett: The bridge dividing is a novel that explores the tension between personal desire and societal expectation through the lens of a young woman navigating complex social and emotional landscapes. The story delves into themes of independence, self-discovery, and the subtle pressures of family and social hierarchy. Set against the scenic English countryside, the narrative highlights the contrast between pastoral beauty and the constraints imposed by tradition, emphasizing the protagonist's yearning for freedom and meaningful experience. Encounters with others reveal the challenges of balancing personal conviction with external expectations, while moments of introspection illustrate the internal negotiation between affection, autonomy, and responsibility. The novel examines the dynamics of relationships, particularly how admiration, obligation, and societal norms intersect, shaping individual choices and personal growth. By weaving together reflection, social commentary, and vivid setting, the work provides insight into the ways environment and culture influence identity formation and the pursuit of emotional and intellectual independence.