The Enchanted April
(Author) Elizabeth von ArnimA notice in The Times addressed to 'Those who Appreciate Wistaria and Sunshine' advertises a 'small mediaeval Italian Castle on the shores of the Mediterranean to be let furnished for the month of April'. Four very different women take up the offer, escaping dreary London for the sunshine of Italy. Among the party are Mrs Wilkins and Mrs Arthuthnot, both fleeing unappreciative husbands; beautiful Lady Caroline, sick of being 'grabbed' by lovestruck men; and the imperious Mrs Fisher, who spends her time remembering the bearded 'great men' she knew in her Victorian childhood. By the end of their holiday, all the women will fall completely under the spell of Italy in this funny, insightful and very charming novel.
Elizabeth von Arnim
Elizabeth von Arnim was a British author born in Australia in 1866. Known for her satirical and comedic novels, von Arnim's most notable works include "Elizabeth and Her German Garden" (1898), "The Enchanted April" (1922), and "Mr. Skeffington" (1940). Her writing style often featured strong female characters and themes of love, marriage, and societal expectations. Von Arnim's works were influential in the development of feminist literature and continue to be celebrated for their wit and charm. "The Enchanted April" remains her most famous work, depicting the transformative power of friendship and nature in a beautiful Italian villa. Elizabeth von Arnim passed away in 1941, leaving behind a legacy of timeless and engaging novels.
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