“In a corner of the churchyard grew a plantation of white violets, enormously plump and prosperous-looking. ... I saw the dead stretched out under me in the earth, feeding these flowers with a thin milk drawn from their bones.”
Quote by Rosamond Lehmann
Work
The ballad and the source
This book delves into the historical and cultural significance of ballads, examining their development and impact across different societies and time periods. more
Author
Rosamond Lehmann
Rosamond Lehmann was an English novelist known for her delicate emotional portrayals and complex characterizations. Her works often explore themes of love, marriage, and feminine identity, with 'The Four Loves' and 'Edward Fitzgerald' being her most celebrated novels. more
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