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A Girl in Winter : ‘Beautiful.’ by Nina Stibbe is a mesmerizing narrative that draws readers into a world of youthful romance amidst the backdrop of wartime. Recognized as the 'most beloved English poet of the last century' by the Sunday Times, Stibbe crafts a story that resonates deeply with the complexities of love and expectation.
Set in a quaint Northern town, the story follows Katherine Lind, a refugee-turned-librarian, who receives a telegram that rekindles memories of a blissful summer spent with her pen pal, Robin Fennel. Their eagerly anticipated reunion after his military service, however, unravels in unexpected ways, capturing the bittersweet essence of reality.
This remarkable tale has garnered accolades, with Simon Garfield praising its 'diffused poetry.' Joyce Carol Oates notes its 'highly sensitive' narrative style, reminiscent of Virginia Woolf, while Andrew Motion highlights its blend of humor and profound sadness. The Sunday Times describes it as 'strange and beautiful,' drawing comparisons to Sally Rooney's writing with its 'short, intense' snapshots of social interaction.
Nina Stibbe’s prose weaves a narrative that feels both 'weird but brilliant' and 'zingily contemporary,' making it a poignant exploration of love, expectation, and the harsh realities of life. Readers will find themselves captivated by the nuances of human emotion, perfectly encapsulated in this award-winning work.
ISBN: | 9780571225811 |
Author: | Philip Larkin |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Faber & Faber |
Publisher: | Faber & Faber |
Dimensions: | 196 x 120 x 18 mm |
Publication Date: | 03 March, 2005 |
Pagination: | 256 pages |
Weight: | 214g |
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We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’