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Sylvia Townsend Warner's masterpiece, 'The Corner That Held Them', stands as one of the 20th century's finest British novels, offering a narrative of exceptional scope, might, and elegance. This remarkable work of historical fiction invites readers into the cloistered world of a medieval Norfolk convent, where nuns have pledged to forsake worldly affairs.
Yet, despite their vows, the outside world persistently encroaches upon their sanctuary. Over the course of three centuries, we witness the sisters grappling with a litany of tribulations: raging fires, devastating floods, pestilence, structural calamities, petty rivalries, a priest harbouring secrets, and even an infestation of caterpillars. Through it all, Warner deftly crafts a captivating portrayal of a microcosm governed by women.
Critics have lavished praise upon this extraordinary novel. The Times Literary Supplement hailed it as "an act of imagined history" with few peers, whilst also commending its frequent moments of high comedy. The Sunday Times found it so enchanting that readers would be compelled to start anew upon reaching the final page. The Daily Telegraph simply declared it "magnificent".
Warner's meticulous attention to detail and her ability to breathe life into the past make 'The Corner That Held Them' an unparalleled journey through time, offering a window into a world both familiar and fascinatingly foreign.
Book ISBN: | 9780241454817 |
Book Author: | Sylvia Townsend Warner |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Penguin Classics |
Book Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Book Dimensions: | 129 x 198 x 24 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2021-01-28 |
Book Pagination: | 352 pages |
Book Weight: | 260g |
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.’
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.’