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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.

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.

Set in post-colonial East Bengal, this coming-of-age story explores the complexities of identity and cultural transition. With rich, evocative prose, it delves into the lives of its characters as they navigate the challenges of a changing world, capturing the essence of their experiences and emotions in a haunting narrative. The vivid setting and intricate character development make it a timeless exploration of growth and self-discovery amidst societal shifts.

Coromandel Sea Change is a charming and witty India-set novel from Rumer Godden, the author of Black Narcissus.

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.

“Once upon a time there was a little mouse house. It was like a doll’s house, but not for dolls, for mice.” Not proper mice, but a flannel He-Mouse and She-Mouse with beady eyes and bristle whiskers who stand quite still, propped on their hind legs in the sitting room. Mary knows real mice run and scamper, and disappointed with her new gift, she puts the mouse house away in her room. Meanwhile, down in the basement, a real mouse named Bonnie has been jostled out of her woefully inadequate flowerpot home by her older brothers and sisters. Overlooked by her harried parents and desperate for shelter, Bonnie ventures upstairs and finds the mouse house. And before too long what was a miniature make-believe house becomes a marvelously messy home for proper mice who know how to play, much to everyone’s delight.

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

Find out if the fairy at the top of the Christmas tree really is magical in this timeless Christmas story from classic writer Rumer Godden.