Anthony~ Books to take on Holiday
If you like to take a book with you on holiday that has a connection to the place you are visiting, then here are some delightful selections for you. And considering that most of our holidays this year will be within the UK I thought it would be a great idea to keep it local ‘ish’.
Devon
Dead Man’s Folly by Agatha Christie
The classic by one of the great crime novelists. Journey with Hercule Poirot as he is brought from London to Devon. A Devon village with dark secrets behind it. A game that turns in something far more serious. You find yourself in safe hands with one of Agatha Christie’s classic crime capers.
Warwickshire
Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell
Visit the birthplace of Shakespeare and rather than taking the works of the bard, how about trying Maggie O’farrell’s beautiful novel – Hamnet. A historical fiction novel about Shakespeare’s family and in particular, his wife and son. A wonderful alternative read to take when visiting the midlands and it will make you think differently about his works.
Dorset
Far From The Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy
Grab Thomas Hardy’s Far from the madding crowd and explore the rural life of the fictional county, Wessex which is based on Dorset and the surrounding counties. The story of an independent woman’s life and loves as she who inherits her family’s farm. Hardy’s novel of swift passion and slow courtship is imbued with his evocative descriptions of rural life and the landscape.
Cornwall
Jamaica Inn by Daphne Du Maurier
Daphne Du Maurier’s classic - Jamaica Inn is set in one of the UK’s loveliest holiday destinations. The story of Mary Yellan and her journey as she is dragged into the dangerous world of smuggling and murder. The atmospheric landscape of Cornish moors, valleys, and stunning coastline is perfectly captured in Du Maurier’s prose. Take this along with you and embrace the local scenery.
Yorkshire
The Miseducation of Evie Epworth by Matson Taylor
Set in the beautiful scenic rural East Yorkshire. About the summer of 1962 and sixteen-year-old Evie Epworth’s search of who she is meant to be; bold-as-brass characterisations, witty narrative, and a lot of laughs along the way. A modern tale about love, friendships, and following your dreams while having fun. A perfect read for your holiday downtime.
Lake District
The Shepherd’s Life: A Tale of the Lake District by James Rebanks
Take The Shepherd’s Life: A Tale of the Lake District by James Rebanks. The biography of his life as a shepherd amongst the lakes, valleys, and hills of the Lake District. A role that has been passed down through generations. Perfect if you would to gage a sense of living and working in the Lake District while you visiting it.
Scotland
The Lost Lights of St Kilda by Elisabeth Gifford
A story set on the beautiful, remote Scottish island of St. Kilda. It captures a very lyrical picture of the island without diminishing the harshness of life there. Set between the two world wars where two lovers are separated. A sweeping love story that crosses oceans and decades with the power of hope at its centre.
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