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The Vet's Daughter: A Virago Modern Classic is an enchanting literary gem by esteemed author Barbara Comyns that has garnered praise from literary giants like Jane Gardam, Sarah Waters, and Alan Hollinghurst. This petite Gothic novel not only tells a story but also immerses you into a realm where fantasy intertwines with stark reality.
Set against the evocative backdrop of Edwardian South London, the narrative chronicles the life of Alice Rowlands, a young woman suffocated by the authoritarian grip of her veterinarian father and his boorish partner. Alice's journey unfolds as a poignant tale of self-discovery, rebellion, and the stirring allure of love, specifically her infatuation with a dashing sailor named Nicholas.
As Alice navigates her peculiar mystical abilities, the plot thickens with strange occurrences that lead to a dramatic climax, leaving readers captivated. With its whimsical yet deeply touching narrative, The Vet's Daughter delves into profound themes of freedom, identity, and human experience.
As a treasured addition to the Virago Modern Classics collection, The Vet's Daughter is a must-read for those who seek rich literary works that challenge and inspire. Rediscover this timeless classic and embark on Alice's journey of liberation and self-realization.
ISBN: | 9781844088386 |
Author: | Barbara Comyns |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Virago Press Ltd |
Publisher: | Little, Brown Book Group |
Dimensions: | 196 x 129 x 12 mm |
Publication Date: | 04 July, 2013 |
Pagination: | 176 pages |
Weight: | 128g |
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.’