Sandi Toksvig
Valentine Grey
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844088331
- author:
- Sandi Toksvig
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Virago
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 12.8 x 2.3 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Contemporary Fiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Valentine Grey by Sandi Toksvig is a historical novel that explores the untold stories of women's experiences during wartime. In 1897, a young girl named Valentine arrives in England after being raised in India, where she finds herself at odds with the traditional corsets and skirts of Victorian society. Valentine's life takes a dramatic turn when her cousin Reggie volunteers for the Boer War, leaving her to take his place. As she navigates the complexities of war, Valentine must confront the societal norms that restrict her own desires and identity. The novel delves into the challenges faced by women during this period, including the limited options available to them. Through Valentine's story, Toksvig sheds light on a lesser-known chapter in history, one that highlights the struggles and triumphs of women living under strict social conventions.
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