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David Garnett
1892-1981
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Books by David Garnett
Go she must!
"Go She Must!" by David Garnett is a novel written in the early 20th century. This engaging work explores the lives of Reverend Charles Dunnock and his daughter Anne in the quaint village of Dry Coulter. The story delves into themes of life, death, duty, and social customs through the lens of the father-daughter relationship, capturing the complexities of their emotional struggles and existential yearnings. The opening of "Go She Must!" introduces readers to a snowy landscape that transforms the familiar surroundings for the Reverend Dunnock, who reflects on his late wife's presence as he feeds the birds outside their home. His daughter, Anne, grapples with feelings of confinement and social expectations, as seen in her interactions with her father and the villagers. The arrival of Plough Monday stirs excitement and tension, revealing differences in social customs and attitudes between the clergyman and the local laborers. This interplay sets the stage for a narrative rich with psychological depth and the tension between personal aspirations and societal roles.
Lady into Fox
"Lady into Fox" by David Garnett is a novel published in 1922. When Silvia Tebrick suddenly transforms into a fox during a walk in the woods, her devoted husband Richard struggles to preserve their life together. As Silvia's wild instincts gradually overtake her human nature, Richard faces an impossible choice between keeping her captive and setting her free. This fantastical tale explores love, identity, and transformation through an extraordinary premise that won both the James Tait Black Memorial Prize and the Hawthornden Prize.
A Man in the Zoo
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