Gypsy, Gypsy
“Gypsy, Gypsy” by Rumer Godden is a novel published by Pan Macmillan in 1968. This edition, titled First Thus, spans 188 pages and is presented in English. The story revolves around Aunt Barbe, whose relationships with lovers, friends, and even pets have been fleeting. As she ages, she becomes increasingly restless, seeking a scapegoat for her past sins, which leads to a complex dynamic with her niece, Henrietta, and the villagers of St. Lieux.
Readers will encounter themes of power and transformation as Aunt Barbe’s influence grows, particularly over the gentle and innocent characters around her. The narrative explores the impact of her desires on those close to her, including Henrietta and the half-tamed Gypsy who emerges from the night. This edition invites readers to delve into the intricate relationships and moral dilemmas faced by the characters, set against the backdrop of a small village.
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“Nothing had ever lasted very long with aunt Barbe, not a lover, not a friend, nor a servant or even a pet … now she was growing older and restlessly seeking a scapegoat for her sins. Henrietta, her lovely young niece, the villagers of St. Lieux, devoted old Nana, and the half-tamed Gypsy who came out of the Normandy night all came to know her lust for power. Could Henrietta’s own heart remain unscathed as she watched Aunt Barbe turn someone gentle and innocent into something evil …?”–Back cover
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