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Exploring the tension between spiritual renunciation and worldly engagement, the book delves into the lives of individuals who navigate their faith while remaining deeply connected to the modern world. Through personal stories and reflections, it examines how one can reject societal norms without completely withdrawing from life, emphasizing the importance of balance and authenticity. Themes of inner conflict, community, and the pursuit of meaningful existence are woven throughout, offering readers a thought-provoking perspective on spirituality in contemporary society.

The narrative explores the contrast between worldly ambition and spiritual fulfillment through the life of Philippa Talbot, who leaves her successful career to embrace a life of devotion at Brede Abbey. Amidst the abbey's rigorous routine of work and prayer, she faces challenges that test her spirit and reshape her mission. The story emphasizes themes of self-gift, personal transformation, and the true essence of peace, illustrating that one's worth in God's eyes is determined by aspirations rather than past achievements.

A captivating classic novel of a poor girl striving to create beauty among the bombsites of postwar London.

When Gem moves into The House Next Door, Nona and Belinda think she’s stuck up and vow to have nothing to do with her. But the beautiful Japanese doll in her window soon attracts their attention. They name her Little Plum because her clothes are decorated with plum blossom – but unlike Nona’s Japanese dolls, Miss Happiness and Miss Flower, Little Plum seems unloved and uncared for. Will the three girls ever become friends?

Set within the confines of a convent, this gripping novel delves into the complexities of monastic life through the lens of master storyteller Rumer Godden. The narrative explores the intricate dynamics among the nuns, revealing their struggles, faith, and the challenges they face in a cloistered environment. This edition is part of a luxurious reissue collection by Virago Modern Classics, highlighting Godden's profound storytelling and the rich tapestry of life behind convent walls.

Miss Happiness and Miss Flower is a charming story about friendship and family from one of our greatest ever storytellers, Rumer Godden.

A delightful adaptation of a traditional tale with a Scottish twist! With a story by Rumer Godden, one of the UK's most acclaimed authors, and charming artwork by best-selling illustrator Mairi Hedderwick, creator of Katie Morag.

A hotel in southern India serves as the backdrop for a tapestry of romantic intrigues and human misadventures in this engaging novel by a New York Times bestselling author. Long before The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Rumer Godden captivated readers with the lives of those at Patna Hall, a charming resort on the lush Coromandel coast. The resourceful Anglo-Indian owner, Auntie Sanni, has hosted a diverse array of guests over the years, and with an election approaching, her hotel is bustling with Indian politicians, British diplomats, journalists, American tourists, and even a few animals. Among the guests are Mary and Blaise, a young English couple on their honeymoon. While Mary is enchanted by the vibrant Indian culture, Blaise perceives only squalor and danger. Tensions rise when Mary becomes drawn to local politics, particularly to the charming candidate Krishnan, whose kindness resonates with her. As the couple's differences deepen, Auntie Sanni faces the challenge of managing the situation, which threatens to spiral into tragedy. Godden, renowned for works like Black Narcissus and The River, invites readers back to her beloved India in a story filled with heart, wit, and memorable characters. This ebook includes an illustrated biography of the author, featuring rare images from the Rumer Godden Literary Estate.

The faded elegance of Les Oeillets, with its bullet-scarred staircase and serene garden bounded by high walls; Eliot, the charming Englishman who became the children's guardian while their mother lay ill in hospital; sophisticated Mademoiselle Zizi, hotel patronne, and Eliot's devoted lover; 16 year old Joss, the oldest Grey girl, suddenly, achingly beautiful. And the Marne river flowing silent and slow beyond them all...The Greengage Summer is Rumer Godden's tense, evocative portrait of love and deceit in the Champagne country of the Marne - which became a memorable film starring Kenneth More and Susannah York.

A beautiful illustrated edition of Rumer Godden's classic story about Tottie, the little wooden doll.

From the author of Black Narcissus, this acclaimed coming-of-age novel examines the tensions of divorce from a child's perspective.

Day in and day out the dutiful mousewife works alongside her mousehusband in the house of Miss Barbara Wilkinson. It is a nice house and the mousewife is for the most part happy collecting crumbs and preparing a nest for her future mouse-babies—yet she yearns for something more. But what? Her husband, for one, can’t imagine. “I think about cheese,” he advises her. “Why don’t you think about cheese?” Then an odd and exotic new creature, a turtledove, is brought into the house and placed in a gilded cage. A friendship develops as the dove tells the mousewife about things no house mouse has ever imagined, blue skies, tumbling clouds, tall trees, and far horizons, the memory of which haunt the dove in her captivity. The dove’s tales fill the mousewife with wonder and inspire her to take daring action. Rumer Godden’s lovely fable about unexpected friendship and bittersweet love was inspired by a story Dorothy Wordsworth wrote for her brother, William, and is accompanied by stunning pen-and-ink drawings by William Pène du Bois.

Rumer Godden's enchanting classic about a girl who overcomes the odds to become a ballet dancer will thrill young readers.

Set in 1930s Calcutta, the story revolves around the disappearance of a promising Thoroughbred, Dark Invader, who has just arrived from England. John Quillan, a caretaker for racehorses, and Mother Morag, a nun devoted to helping the poor, become entwined in the frantic search for the horse just days before the prestigious Viceroy Cup. This tale weaves themes of community, compassion, and the bond between humans and animals, showcasing Rumer Godden's ability to create a suspenseful narrative against a rich historical backdrop.

In the days when it was the General's 'harem' palace, ladies with their retinues and rich clothes could be seen walking on the high windy terraces. At night, music floated out over villages and gorges far into the early hours. Now the General's son has bestowed it upon the disciplined Sisters of Mary. Beginning work in the orchards and opening a school and a dispensary for the mountain people, the small band of Sisters are depended for help on the English agent, Mr Dean. But his charm and insolent candour are disconcerting. When he says bluntly 'This is no place for a nunnery', it is as if he already knows their destiny ...

Tracy Quinn, daughter of a screen star and raised on film sets around the world, returns to her adored family home, a country house named China Court. Her grandmother's recent death has set in motion events that threaten Tracy's future and the very existence of China Court. As Tracy fights to save the old house, inhabited by five generations of Quinns, the ancestors who created it are evoked: profligate, faithless Jared; Eliza, the embittered spinster; and Ripsie, an outcast orphan who rose to become the powerful matriarch.

The Peacock Spring by Rumer Godden is a beautiful and heartbreaking novel of loss of innocence and coming-of-age from the acclaimed author of Black Narcissus.

Rumer Godden's coming-of-age story set in post-colonial East Bengal is a vivid and haunting classic.

Set against the backdrop of postwar London, the story follows a poor girl who seeks to find and create beauty amidst the devastation of bombsites. The narrative explores her resilience and determination, highlighting themes of hope and creativity in challenging circumstances. The author, known for his previous acclaimed works, weaves a poignant tale that captures the struggle and spirit of a young girl in a city recovering from war.

Exploring the emotional complexities of divorce through a child's eyes, this coming-of-age novel delves into the profound impact of familial separation. The narrative captures the struggles and resilience of youth as they navigate the challenges of their changing world. With a poignant and insightful approach, the author crafts a story that resonates with anyone who has experienced the upheaval of a broken family.

Set in India, the narrative beautifully captures the essence of childhood, blending themes of innocence and experience. Renowned author Rumer Godden delivers a poignant portrayal that resonates deeply, earning acclaim as 'a small masterpiece' by Spectator. The book offers a rich exploration of cultural nuances and the complexities of growing up, inviting readers into a vivid world filled with unforgettable moments.

Wie mächtig der Wunsch eines kleinen Mädchens und der einer Puppe wirken können, erzählt diese zauberhafte Geschichte. Alle möglichen Hindernisse stellen sich ihnen in den Weg: das Verlorensein in einer fremden Stadt, Kälte und Hunger, die missgünstige Eule Abracadabra im Spielzeugladen – und die stetig verinnende Zeit bis zum Fest. Aber wann kann schier Unüberwindbares dennoch überwunden werden, wenn nicht in der besonderen Stimmung des Weihnachtsfestes? So fi nden Holly und Ivy, Puppe und Mädchen schließlich zueinander – und Ivy sogar eine echte 'Großmutter'.

Die Nacht der Gespenster - bk1341; Verlag Jungbrunnen; Rumer Godden; pocket_book; 1978

Die Hunde des Krieges/La Balsa/Der Kardinal schweigt/Das fremde Kind - bk616; Verlag "Das Beste"; Frederick Forsyth/Vital Alsar/Thomas Fleming/Rumer Godden; Paperback; 1975

Enth.: Hailey, A.: Räder. Godden, R.: Kleine Jungen brauchen kleine Esel. Stockhausen, J.v.: Wilder Lorbeer. West, M.L.: Der rote Wolf