{"product_id":"9780141184517","title":"Work Suspended And Other Stories","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a collection of sophisticated fiction presented as short stories. The central theme centers on social observation, human foibles, and the sly humor that surfaces when people navigate class, ambition, and everyday life. The intended reader is adults and students of literature who appreciate precise prose, clever wit, and finely drawn character studies. The emotional tone is urbane, insightful, and quietly adventurous, inviting readers to smile at humanity’s quirks while reflecting on larger truths.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe collection is story-led and character-driven, with compact, polished prose that relies on sharp dialogue, vivid scenes, and keen observation. Readings feel lively and distinctive as each tale moves through varied settings—from intimate drawing rooms to bustling public spaces—revealing how social norms shape choices and outcomes. The reading experience rewards attention and rewards thoughtful rereading with deeper connections between pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eShort, stand-alone stories that together sketch a vivid social world and era\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWitty, precise prose with economical detail that exposes character and motive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEngaging dialogue and perceptive social satire that remains relevant today\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMultiple settings—from private interiors to public life—providing varied entry points for readers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccessible yet sophisticated storytelling, ideal for personal enjoyment or study\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter finishing, readers gain a heightened appreciation for crisp, elegant storytelling, a sharpened eye for social nuance, and a lasting sense of the humor and humanity that threads through literary fiction. The collection leaves a thoughtful, engaging impression that lingers and invites further reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540401598681,"sku":"9780141184517","price":475.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/91wgoKBD7QL._SL1500.jpg?v=1776687385","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780141184517","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}