“It takes a lot to wound a man without illusions.”
Quote by Ellis Peters
Work
The House Of Green Turf
The title The House of Green Turf conjures associations with a dwelling situated within verdant countryside or garden settings. Such a title implies the narrative may explore themes of home, nature, land ownership, or the relationship between human habitation and the natural world. The phrase house of green turf suggests estates, manors, or countryside living where grass and gardens feature prominently in the setting or symbolism. Without confirmed publication details, this description reflects only what the title itself conveys through its evocative imagery and phrasing. more
Author
Ellis Peters
Ellis Peters, born on September 28, 1913, and died on October 14, 1995, was a renowned British historical novel writer. Her works are set in medieval England, particularly focusing on the life of monasteries. more
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