“Dawn crept over the Downs like a sinister white animal, followed by the snarling cries of a wind eating its way between the black boughs of the thorns. The wind was the furious voice of this sluggish animal light that was baring the dormers and mullions and scullions of Cold Comfort Farm.”
Cold Comfort Farm is a satirical novel by Stella Gibbons, published in 1932. The story follows Flora Poste, a city-dwelling woman who inherits a run-down farm in the English countryside. The novel is known for its sharp wit and satirical portrayal of the English upper classes and their quaint rural lifestyle. more
Stella Gibbons was an English author known for her satirical and humorous writing style. Her works often set in rural England, showcasing the customs and characters of British society. Her notable works include 'Cold Comfort Farm'. more
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