Book description
1902-1911
An age of innocence and hope.
Before the storm clouds roll over Europe.
As Paul Craddock recovers from his Boer War injuries, he starts to plan a new life. As soon as he is able he invests all he has in a remote but beautiful estate in Devon, determined…
Why read it?
1 author picked Long Summer Day as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I am cheating! A Horseman Riding By is the collected title of three novels set from 1902 to 1965.
They are long books and perhaps a little ‘wordy’ for the modern-day reader, but they are so evocative, absorbing and have that magic ingredient ‘readability’.
If you are interested in England during that time span, then read about Paul Craddock’s life, loves, and family.
From Linda's list on fiction that doesn’t want to teach you history.
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