Mariana
Mariana by Monica Dickens, published by Persephone in 2008, is a novel that explores the growth of a young English girl during the 1930s. Spanning 377 pages, this edition presents a narrative filled with humor and poignant moments as the protagonist navigates her formative years, from school and holidays in Somerset to her experiences at drama school and a year in Paris.
Readers will find a rich depiction of coming-of-age themes intertwined with elements of romance and family life. The story follows her journey through various life stages, including her engagement to the wrong man and the eventual arrival of Mr. Right. This literary work captures the complexities of youth and the pursuit of maturity, making it a thoughtful exploration of personal development.
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“This novel is the touching and often extremely funny story of a young English girl’s growth towards maturity in the 1930s. We see her at school, on holiday in Somerset, her attempt at drama school, her year in Paris learning dressmaking and getting engaged to the wrong man, and finally the arrival of Mr Right.”–Publisher’s description
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