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O, the Brave Music
Series: British Library Women Writers
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O, the Brave Music
A female narrator looks back on her childhood in a coming-of-age novel set before the First World War.
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Sometimes I think that was the happiest day of my life, those hours of heat and silence and colour, along with David high up on the moor. But then I remember that I have said that of many other days, so I cannot be sure.
A female narrator looks back on her childhood in a coming-of-age novel set before the First World War. Ruan is an intelligent and imaginative child, who gradually comes to understand the nuances of the adult world around her, as she moves from the Manse, under the strict rule of her father, a non-conformist minister, to Cobbetts, her mother's ancestral home, under the tutelage of her Uncle Alaric, and back to the guardianship of Rosie Day at Bolton House high up on the moor above the town where she was born.
Her young life is shaped by a series of tragedies, but also the warmth of enduring friendships, particularly with David, her dearest friend who shares her love of the wild expanse and colours of the moor.
Series: British Library Women Writers
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O, the Brave Music by Dorothy Evelyn Smith is a compelling work of general fiction that is often praised for its vivid prose and eloquent exploration of themes such as family, identity, and personal growth. The narrative's depth and emotional resonance are highlighted, with readers appreciating its intricate depiction of relationships and the personal transformations of the characters. The book's ability to evoke a strong sense of place is also frequently commended, creating an immersive and memorable reading experience.
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ISBN: 9780712353380
Publisher: British Library Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 22 October 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: British Library Publishing
Contributors:
- Afterword by Simon Thomas
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 190.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 320
About the Author
Dorothy Evelyn Smith (18931969) began her writing career penning short stories and articles for English magazines during the First World War in which her husband was serving. She began her first novel in 1939, and through the years of the Second World War her writing was often interrupted by war work.
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