Village Affairs Miss Read First American Edition 1978 Hardcover English fiction

Village Affairs by Miss Read is a charming novel set in the English village of Fairacre, presenting a new tale about the everyday lives and challenges of its residents. This first American edition, published in 1978 by Houghton Mifflin Company, captures the gentle rhythms of village life with warmth and insight. The story addresses themes such as community concerns, familial ties, and social changes, centered around characters like the schoolteacher Miss Read, Mrs. Pringle, and the feckless Joseph Coggs.

This hardcover edition features a dust jacket with a pastoral illustration of village children gathered under a tree, evoking the nostalgic tone of the narrative. The book includes approximately 197 pages, printed in English, and is a valuable collectible for fans of British village literature and Miss Read's beloved series. Its historical publication details and connection to the Fairacre series make it a noteworthy addition for collectors and readers interested in mid-20th-century English countryside fiction.