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Elizabeth and her German Garden

By Elizabeth von Arnim
Series: The Penguin English Library
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Elizabeth and her German Garden by Elizabeth von Arnim is a charming semi-autobiographical novel that follows a woman's reflections and experiences as she retreats to her estate's garden in Germany. The protagonist delights in solitude and nature, finding solace in the changing seasons and the simplicity of rural life. Through her witty and insightful musings, readers are treated to a celebration of the beauty of gardening and personal freedom.
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You might enjoy this book if you love contemplative and humorous reflections on nature and solitude. It offers a charming and witty depiction of a woman's escape into her garden, showcasing her love for plants and the solace they provide away from societal expectations. An appreciation for the simplicity and beauty of rural life may appeal to those seeking a serene and introspective read.

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Elizabeth and her German Garden

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Twenty new titles in the much-loved and hugely successful Penguin English Library series

"Oh, my dear, relations are like drugs, - useful sometimes, and even pleasant, if taken in small quantities and seldom, but dreadfully pernicious on the whole, and the truly wise avoid them"

Taking respite from the Man of Wrath, her children, and her stifling household, Elizabeth discovers that the path to joy lies in having a garden, rather than a room, of one's own. This enchanting semi-autobiographical novel, Elizabeth and her German Garden, delighted readers when it first appeared in 1898 and has never been out of print since.

The Penguin English Library - collectable general readers' editions of the best fiction in English, from the eighteenth century to the end of the Second World War.

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Elizabeth and her German Garden by Elizabeth von Arnim is celebrated for its charming, introspective narrative and the way it vividly captures the author's passion for gardening and the natural world. Reviewers often describe the book as a delightful escape, noting its blend of humour and serenity as Arnim reflects on her experiences in the garden. The prose is frequently praised for its lyrical quality and ability to transport readers into the peaceful tranquillity of rural life.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241341292

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 June 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 91g

Pages: 112

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Elizabeth von Arnim Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Series: The Penguin English Library

About the Author

Cousin of Katherine Mansfield and lover of H.G. Wells, Elizabeth von Arnim was at the hub of the literary and political society of her time. She was born in Australia in 1866 but grew up in England, and began her career in 1898 with the semi-autobiographical Elizabeth and Her German Garden. She was married twice and died in 1941.

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