The Enchanted April
Mar 2019 · Otbebookpublishing
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A recipe for happiness: four women, one medieval Italian castle, plenty of wisteria, and solitude as needed. The women at the center of The Enchanted April are alike only in their dissatisfaction with their everyday lives. They find each other—and the castle of their dreams—through a classified ad in a London newspaper one rainy February afternoon. The ladies expect a pleasant holiday, but they don't anticipate that the month they spend in Portofino will reintroduce them to their true natures and reacquaint them with joy. Now, if the same transformation can be worked on their husbands and lovers, the enchantment will be complete. (Goodreads)
About the author
Elizabeth von Arnim, born Mary Annette Beauchamp in 1866, was a British novelist whose life and work continue to captivate readers with their wit, charm, and incisive social commentary. Raised in a privileged environment, she married a Prussian aristocrat, Count Henning von Arnim-Schlagenthin, and her experiences in Germany provided rich material for her early works. Her debut novel, "Elizabeth and Her German Garden" (1898), was a semi-autobiographical success that humorously critiqued the constraints of upper-class domestic life, resonating with readers who longed for personal freedom and self-expression.Von Arnim's literary contributions are marked by her sharp observations on the roles and limitations of women in society, often wrapped in a veneer of gentle humor. Her works explore themes of independence, self-discovery, and the often absurd nature of social conventions, making her a precursor to feminist thought in literature. Her ability to blend satire with genuine emotional depth influenced contemporary writers such as Virginia Woolf, who admired her nuanced portrayal of female inner lives.Despite her literary success, von Arnim's personal life was fraught with challenges, including a tumultuous second marriage to the elder brother of Bertrand Russell, which ended in separation. Her unconventional lifestyle and candid exploration of women's issues occasionally sparked controversy, but also earned her a devoted readership.Elizabeth von Arnim's legacy lies in her pioneering spirit and her ability to weave humor with profound social critique, making her a timeless figure in literary history. Her works continue to inspire and entertain, offering modern readers a glimpse into the complexities of early 20th-century life through the eyes of a woman who dared to defy societal expectations.
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