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The Enchanted April (Virago Modern Classics)
Elizabeth Von Arnim
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Description for The Enchanted April (Virago Modern Classics)
Paperback. At one level an escapist fantasy, at another a parable about the liberation of the spirit, this delicious confection will work its magic on all.' 'The Daily Telegraph Series: VMC. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 19. Weight in Grams: 200. Clean copy with minor shelf wear
'An enchanting novel, witty, touching and very perceptively written, which will sweep you into wisteria and sunshine' Santa Montefiore
A discreet advertisement in 'The Times', addressed to 'Those who Apppreciate Wisteria and Sunshine...' is the impetus for a revelatory month for four very different women. High above the bay on the Italian Riviera stands San Salvatore, a mediaeval castle. Beckoned to this haven are Mrs. Wilkins, Mrs Arbuthnot, Mrs Fisher and Lady Caroline Dester, each quietly craving a respite. Lulled by the Mediterranean spirit, they gradually shed their skins and discover a harmony each of them has longed for ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Virago
Condition
Used, Very Good
Series
VMC
Number of Pages
288
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780860685173
SKU
KAC0002237
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 2 to 4 working days
Ref
99-1
About Elizabeth Von Arnim
Elizabeth von Arnim was born in Australia in 1866. In 1894 she and her first husband moved to Nassenheide which was wittily encapsulated in her most famous novel, Elizabeth and her German Garden. She was described by Alice Meynell as 'one of the three finest wits of her day'.
Reviews for The Enchanted April (Virago Modern Classics)
An enchanting novel, witty, touching and very perceptively written, which will sweep you into wisteria and sunshine
Santa Montefiore Filled with hazy hills and fragrant flora, the novel is a dreamily sensuous description of the glories of Italian spring
Adam Nicolson
Mail on Sunday
Elizabeth von Armin's most charming novel in every sense: it casts a ... Read more
Santa Montefiore Filled with hazy hills and fragrant flora, the novel is a dreamily sensuous description of the glories of Italian spring
Adam Nicolson
Mail on Sunday
Elizabeth von Armin's most charming novel in every sense: it casts a ... Read more