<p>E. M. Delafield's "Messalina of the suburbs" offers a sharp and witty satire of suburban life and family dynamics, seen through the lens of domestic fiction. Exploring the everyday challenges and humorous absurdities of raising teenagers, this novel provides a timeless look at the complexities of family relationships. With a focus on women and their roles within the home, Delafield delivers a captivating and enduring story. Readers will find themselves laughing along with-and perhaps recognizing-the universal experiences depicted in this classic work of humorous fiction. "Messalina of the suburbs" remains a relevant and insightful commentary on the enduring nature of suburban life.<br></p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>