Pym, Barbara
Crampton Hodnet (Virago Modern Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780349016139
- author:
- Pym, Barbara
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Virago Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.6 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Barbara Pym's Crampton Hodnet is a witty and engaging novel about the complexities of relationships and social norms. In this story, Miss Doggett, a formidable woman in her own right, navigates the intricacies of life with great precision. Her great-niece Anthea finds herself entangled in a romantic affair with an undergraduate, while Miss Doggett's own life is unexpectedly complicated by a proposal from her paid companion. As the story unfolds, Pym masterfully explores themes of love, morality, and social etiquette in 1950s England. With its unique blend of humor and insight, Crampton Hodnet offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of women navigating the constraints of their time. A delightful read, Barbara Pym's writing is both humorous and poignant, making this novel an enjoyable and thought-provoking experience for readers.
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