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Sylvia Townsend Warner
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Binding
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Number of Pages
208
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
Historical fiction for mature readers and fans of literary storytelling, this novel centers on a sixteen-year-old orphan who leaves home to work as a servant on a remote Essex marsh. The central theme is resilience and the pursuit of true love in the face of social constraints. The intended reader includes adults and young adults who enjoy character-driven narratives, thoughtful historical detail, and emotional, adventurous journeys. The tone blends tenderness, grit, and a quiet sense of hope.
Told through a focused, story-led voice, the narrative weaves social history with a intimate coming-of-age arc. The marsh setting, the pressures of class, and the tenderness of first love are rendered with precise period detail. The reading experience is immersive and reflective, inviting readers to walk alongside the heroine as she navigates loyalty, danger, and the pull of an impossible reunion.
Readers move through the journey via the heroine’s choices and the evolving landscape that surrounds her. The pace is deliberate, emphasizing mood, consequence, and personal growth. The tale offers historical context through personal stakes rather than didactic exposition, making the era feel tangible, relevant, and emotionally resonant.
Readers finish with a sense of empowerment, curiosity about history’s hidden corners, and a lasting appreciation for perseverance and hope.
Product Details
Author
Sylvia Townsend Warner
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
208
Language
English
SKU
9780241476109
ISBN
9780241476109
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
13x1.3x19.8cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: ₹ 599
₹ 570
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