Rosie Thomas
The Kashmir Shawl
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007285976
- author:
- Rosie Thomas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harper
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 13 x 3.4 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Contemporary Fiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
In 1938, Nerys Watkins embarked on a journey to India with her missionary husband, unaware of the secrets that lay ahead. Set against the stunning backdrop of 1940s Kashmir, this gripping tale of doomed love and friendship unfolds. Years later, Nerys's granddaughter Mair Ellis uncovers a mysterious shawl with a lock of child's hair, leading her on a quest to unravel the tangled threads of her family's past. As Mair delves deeper into her grandparents' roots, she discovers a story of great love and sacrifice, set against the exotic beauty of Kashmir. With its rich historical context and intricate characters, this novel is a compelling exploration of the human experience. With its unique blend of historical fiction and family drama, The Kashmir Shawl is a captivating read that will keep you turning the pages until the very end.