Brooks, Geraldine

Year of Wonders

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ISBN 13:
9781841154589
author:
Brooks, Geraldine
format:
Paperback
publisher:
HarperPerennial
language:
English
Publication Year:
2002
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
129mm X 198mm
Genre:
Historical fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£10.95

Description

A small Derbyshire village is plunged into chaos when plague suddenly arrives in 1666. Against this backdrop of fear and desperation, Anna Frith navigates her own personal struggles as she searches for love, learning, and meaning.

The villagers turn to sorcery, herb lore, and witch-hunting in a desperate bid to survive the outbreak. As they confront the reality of their situation, they must also face the disintegration of their society and the loss of loved ones. This is a powerful exploration of love, learning, fear, and fanaticism in 17th century England.

Geraldine Brooks's novel is an eloquent memorial to the real-life Derbyshire villagers who chose to suffer alone during England's last great plague. A gripping and thought-provoking tale that explores the human cost of a devastating epidemic.

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