The Enchanted April by Elizabeth von Arnim tells the story of four women who, seeking to escape their dull lives in post-World War I England, rent a secluded Italian castle for a month. Amidst the beauty of the sun-drenched gardens, they find renewal, friendship, and joy, transforming their lives in unexpected ways. This heartwarming novel celebrates the healing power of…
The Expedition of Humphry Clinker by Tobias Smollett is a delightful picaresque novel that chronicles the adventures and misadventures of Matthew Bramble, a cantankerous but kind-hearted Welsh squire, and his eclectic entourage. Through a series of humorous and satirical letters, readers follow their journey across 18th- century England and Scotland. Along the way, the group encounters a variety of eccentric…
