“Only a pint at breakfast-time, and a pint and a half at eleven o'clock, and a quart or so at dinner. And then no more till the afternoon; and half a gallon at supper-time. No one can object to that.”
Quote by R.D. Blackmore
Work
Lorna Doone: A Romance of Exmoor
Written by R.D. Blackmore, Lorna Doone is a tale of love and betrayal set against the backdrop of the English countryside. The story follows the adventures of the title character, Lorna, and her romantic entanglements with men from different social classes. The novel is renowned for its vivid descriptions of the Exmoor landscape and its exploration of themes such as loyalty, honor, and the struggle for survival in a harsh environment. more
Author
R.D. Blackmore
R.D. Blackmore was an English novelist renowned for his romantic novels. Born on June 7, 1825, and passing away on January 20, 1900, Blackmore's works often portrayed the English countryside and its inhabitants. He is best known for his novel 'Lorna Doone'. more
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