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All Among the Barley by Melissa Harrison is a literary triumph that captures the heart and imagination. Praised as 'a masterpiece' by Jon McGregor and described as 'impossible to forget' by The Times, this novel is essential for those who appreciate exquisite storytelling.
Set against the stunning backdrop of rural England in the 1930s, All Among the Barley is narrated through the eyes of fourteen-year-old Edie Mather. As autumn 1933 unfolds at Wych Farm, Edie's idyllic world is intertwined with the haunting echoes of the Great War. The arrival of Constance FitzAllen, a charming Londoner eager to document the vanishing customs of rural life, alters Edie's existence dramatically.
As Edie forms a bond with Constance, she becomes aware that not everything in her idyllic community is as it appears. The impending harvest season amplifies the tensions, pushing Edie to trust her instincts to face the challenges ahead.
Dive into the evocative world of All Among the Barley and explore the intricate relationships that define a community on the brink of change. Experience the beauty and complexity of a bygone era as you turn each page of this unforgettable novel.
ISBN: | 9781408897973 |
Author: | Melissa Harrison |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
Dimensions: | 197 x 136 x 23 mm |
Publication Date: | 07 March, 2019 |
Pagination: | 352 pages, 2 x single-spread illustrated maps by Neil Gower |
Weight: | 242g |
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