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Rumer Godden
A classic 1960s novel is a vivid portrait of a woman's encounter with faith as she enters an order of Benedictine nuns - now reissued in a beautiful new collection…
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A gripping novel about convent life from master storyteller Rumer Godden, now part of a sumptuous new reissue collection from Virago Modern Classics.
A beautiful hardback edition of this haunting classic, published to coincide with a sumptuous new BBC adaptation.
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From the esteemed author of Black Narcissus and The Diddakoi comes the classic story of Dark Invader, a powerful racehorse who wins the hearts of India's people.
The spellbinding story of a sisterhood of nuns on a mission in Himalayan India - part of a sumptuous new Virago Modern Classics collection of Rumer Godden's beloved novels.
Lynne M. Rosenthal
Rumer Godden is best-known for her novels Black Narcissus and A Greengage Summer , and for her children’s books The Doll’s House and Impunity Jane . This chronological study focuses…
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The activities, sorrows, and joys of a family of dolls living in an old doll house are related from the dolls’ point of view.
A coming of age story set in the summer heat of France’s Champagne region.
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Rumer Godden’s classic coming of age story about a boy who longs to dance ballet will delight young readers.
A beautiful new edition of Rumer Godden’s classic story about Tottie, the little wooden doll.
A beautiful illustrated edition of Rumer Godden’s classic story about Tottie, the little wooden doll.
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Lucy Le-Guilcher
From 1929 to 1997, Rumer Godden published more than 60 books, including novels, biographies, children’s books, and poetry. Focusing on Godden’s writing from the 1930s onward, this title demonstrates the…
Marking Rumer Godden’s return to south India, this classic novel is a vivid evocation of love and class in the beloved country that inspired many of her bestselling works.
Rumer Godden’s classic novel China Court, first published in the 1960s, is a compelling story of a century of love, ambition and endurance.
A near perfect portrayal of adolescence and loss of innocence set during one long hot summer in France
Harriet is between two worlds. Her sister is no longer a playmate, her brother is still a child. The comforting truths of her Indian childhood, such as the river on…
A New York Times-bestselling novel of the lives, loves, and foibles of five generations of a British family occupying a manor house in Wales. For nearly one hundred and fifty…
The disappearance of a majestic Thoroughbred unites a community in 1930s India in one of the greatest horse books ever written… . Moving, and highly original (Lauren St. John, author…
The Greengage Summer is a hauntingly beautiful coming-of-age story by from Rumer Godden, the author of Black Narcissus, which has been turned into a major BBC drama series.
Through the cool, bright air of the Himalayan mountains near Darjeeling, the old Palace shines like a pale jewel …
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Rumer Godden’s classic wartime love story is a dramatic tale that was the basis for the film Enchantment starring David Niven and Teresa Wright.
The Peacock Spring by Rumer Godden is a beautiful and heartbreaking novel of loss of innocence and coming-of-age from the acclaimed author of Black Narcissus.
In post-World War II London, two street-tough children attempt to build a hidden garden–an act that awakens hidden courage in the children and profoundly disrupts the neighborhood.
A timeless children’s classic about a Romani girl growing up in a hostile, close-knit village community.
Coromandel Sea Change is a charming and witty India-set novel from Rumer Godden, the author of Black Narcissus.
Rumer Godden’s enchanting classic about a girl who overcomes the odds to become a ballet dancer will thrill young readers.
A gripping novel about convent life from master storyteller Rumer Godden.
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From the esteemed author of Black Narcissus and The River, comes another captivating classic novel about a poor girl striving to create beauty among the bombsites of postwar London.
From the esteemed author of Black Narcissus and The Diddakoi comes the classic story of Dark Invader, a powerful racehorse who wins the hearts of India’s people.
Rumer Godden’s classic 1960s novel is a vivid portrait of a woman’s encounter with faith as she enters an order of Benedictine nuns.
A chance encounter with Patrice Ambard, whose charm belies his sadism, draws Lise into prostitution. Only after a shocking crime does she find release, then renewal at the convent of…
Brede Abbey offers unceasing work and prayer, little creature comfort, persistent disappointment and misunderstanding-but also peace, joy, love. Philippa Talbot enters the Abbey, forsaking the world for to God.
Originally published by Viking Press in 1957.
Godden’s classic tale, illustrated by Caldecott Medal winner Cooney, is filled with the warm glow of the Christmas spirit in this stunning, newly colorized edition. Full color.
The basis for Powell & Pressburger’s Academy Award-winning 1947 film, Rumer Godden’s much-admired classic novel tells the story of a sisterhood of nuns on a mission in Himalayan India.
Hailed ‘a small masterpiece’ by Spectator, this is Rumer Godden’s unforgettable evocation of India and of childhood, of innocence and experience.
Rumer Godden’s classic novel tells the story of a young English woman’s dramatic and disturbing experiences in Himalayan Kashmir.
Rumer Godden’s coming-of-age story set in post-colonial East Bengal is a vivid and haunting classic.
From the author of Black Narcissus, this acclaimed coming-of-age novel examines the tensions of divorce from a child’s perspective.
In The Lady and the Unicorn Rumer Godden explores the cultural divide in colonial India through a young, forbidden romance.
Miss Happiness and Miss Flower is a charming story about friendship and family from one of our greatest ever storytellers, Rumer Godden.
A delightful adaptation of a traditional tale with a Scottish twist! With a story by Rumer Godden, one of the UK’s most acclaimed authors, and charming artwork by best-selling illustrator…
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Eleanor Farjeon
Contains a collection of the author’s best stories, chosen by herself. The author is the recipient of many awards for her work, including the Carnegie Medal and the Hans Christian…
A brand new edition of the 1961 classic novel by Rumer Godden. This book is set in Cornwall, and tells the story of five generations of the Quin family, as…
