Patchwork (Classic Reprint)

Beverley Nichols

ISBN 10: 1331270545 / ISBN 13: 9781331270546

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book paints a vivid portrait of post-war Oxford, a university struggling to rediscover its traditions and tranquility after the chaos of World War I. Through the eyes of Raymond Sheldon, a young man returning to civilian life after serving in the army, we experience the complexities of reintegration and the search for meaning in a world forever altered. The author skillfully captures the atmosphere of the "New Oxford," where pre-war social structures and expectations clash with the experiences and perspectives of a generation marked by conflict. The narrative delves into themes of disillusionment, intellectual and artistic awakening, and the yearning for a life filled with passion and purpose. As Raymond navigates the academic and social landscape, encountering old friends and forging new connections, he grapples with the weight of his wartime experiences and the desire to embrace the opportunities of the present. This book offers a poignant reflection on the enduring power of beauty and the human spirit's resilience in the face of profound change. Ultimately, it reminds us that even amidst uncertainty and upheaval, the pursuit of meaning and self-discovery remains a constant and vital human endeavor. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Patchwork (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331270545
• ISBN 13: 9781331270546
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Childrens Fiction

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Synopsis

Excerpt from PatchworkAbout the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

About the Author

Beverley Nichols (1898 1983) was a prolific writer on subjects ranging from religion to politics and travel, in addition to authoring six novels, five detective mysteries, four children's stories, six autobiographies, and six plays. He is perhaps best remembered today for his gardening books. The first of them, "Down the Garden Path, " centered on his home and garden at Glatton and has been in print almost continuously since 1932. "Merry Hall" (1951) and its sequels "Laughter on the Stairs" (1953) and "Sunlight on the Lawn" (1956) document Nichols' travails in renovating a Georgian mansion and its gardens soon after the war. His final garden was at Sudbrook Cottage, which serves as the setting for "Garden Open Today" (1963) and "Garden Open Tomorrow" (1968). The progress of all three gardens was followed avidly by readers of his books and weekly magazine columns.