Kingfishers Catch Fire
a virago modern classic
$31.69
- Paperback
320 pages
- Release Date
11 February 2013
Summary
A Himalayan Inferno: Where Innocence Ignites Rivalry
Sophie, a naive Englishwoman with her two children, seeks solace and simplicity in the breathtaking landscapes of Himalayan Kashmir. Her new home, a quaint cottage overflowing with flora, promises a tranquil life amidst her welcoming neighbors.
However, Sophie remains oblivious to the undercurrents of jealousy and competition stirred by her presence. The villagers, eager for her favor, engage in a heated battle for her att…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781844088423 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1844088421 |
| Series: | Virago Modern Classics |
| Author: | Rumer Godden |
| Publisher: | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Imprint: | Virago Press Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 320 |
| Release Date: | 11 February 2013 |
| Weight: | 230g |
| Dimensions: | 129mm x 199mm x 21mm |
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About The Author
Rumer Godden
Rumer Godden (1907-98) was the acclaimed author of over sixty works of fiction and non-fiction for adults and children. Born in England, she and her siblings grew up in Narayanganj, India, and she later spent many years living in Calcutta and Kashmir. Several of her novels were made into films, including BLACK NARCISSUS, THE GREENGAGE SUMMER and THE RIVER, which was filmed by Jean Renoir. She was appointed OBE in 1993.
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