Thirkell, Angela
Growing Up (Virago Modern Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780349013435
- author:
- Thirkell, Angela
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Virago Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.6 x 2.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Angela Thirkell's "Growing Up" is a charming novel that explores life in wartime Barsetshire. Belier's Priory, once a grand house, has been transformed into a hospital for wounded soldiers, and the Waring family has moved to the servants' quarters. When their niece Leslie arrives to recuperate from her own war-related stress, she brings with her an intelligence officer and his wife who will prove to be a welcome tonic. As the Priory becomes a hub of activity, the Waring residence is filled with the sounds of soldiers and the hum of wartime life. The arrival of Noel and Lydia Merton adds a new dynamic to the household, bringing much-needed energy and companionship. With its warm and witty tone, "Growing Up" offers a unique glimpse into life during this tumultuous period. This novel is a heartwarming exploration of family, friendship, and resilience in the face of adversity.