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The Three Furlongers

By Sheila Kaye-Smith
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In a rural setting three young people grow up together and confront the pull between desire and duty, intimate loyalties and wider social expectations. The narrative, arranged in two parts that follow their early companionship and the later pressures of the community, traces romantic longing, family control, ideological conflict between religious constraint and more instinctive beliefs, and the painful awakenings of adolescence. Scenes alternate domestic detail, woodland landscapes and village rituals to show how character, choice and consequence unfold amid closely knit country life.

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Sheila Kaye-Smith

Sheila Kaye-Smith was an English novelist and poet, known for her vivid portrayals of rural life in Sussex. Her works often reflect her deep connection to the landscape and culture of the region. Among her notable titles is "Joanna Godden," which explores themes of independence and resilience through the life of a strong-willed woman. Kaye-Smith's writing is characterized by its rich descriptions and a keen sense of place, making her a significant figure in early 20th-century English literature. In addition to her novels, she also contributed poetry, further showcasing her literary versatility.

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