The Enchanted April by Elizabeth Von Arnim
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Von Arnim, Elizabeth, 1866-1941
English
"The Enchanted April" by Elizabeth Von Arnim is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around four women who seek a transformative escape from their mundane lives in cold, rainy England to the alluring sunshine of a mediaeval castle in Italy. The main characters introduced are Mrs. Wilkins and Mrs. Arbuthnot, both of whom are...
of the novel, Mrs. Wilkins, feeling trapped in her drab life, stumbles upon an advertisement for a rental castle in Italy while at a Women's Club in London. Drawn to the idea of warmth and beauty, she impulsively starts a conversation with the similarly yearning Mrs. Arbuthnot. As they discuss the advertisement, an unexpected bond forms, leading them to consider sharing the castle with two other women to make the plan financially feasible. This opening sets the stage for an uplifting journey where the characters’ quest for personal joy and freedom unfolds against the backdrop of picturesque Italy, suggesting themes of self-discovery and the rejuvenating power of adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Margaret Lee
5 months agoI was pleasantly surprised because the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. This book will stay with me for a long time.
David Johnson
3 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. It was exactly what I needed right now.
Aiden Taylor
1 month agoTo be perfectly clear, the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. Thanks for making this available.
Steven White
4 weeks agoAt first glance, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. This book will stay with me for a long time.
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Donald Anderson
5 months agoCompared to other books on this topic, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. A true masterpiece of its kind.