Bøger af Enid Bagnold

The Happy Foreigner is a novel written by Enid Bagnold. The book tells the story of a young woman named Cecily who leaves her sheltered life in England to travel to France and become a governess for a wealthy family. As she navigates the challenges of adapting to a new culture and learning a new language, Cecily also finds herself falling in love with a charming Frenchman named Andre.Throughout the novel, Bagnold explores themes of cultural differences, identity, and the search for happiness. Cecily must learn to navigate the complexities of French society and the expectations placed upon her as a foreigner. At the same time, she must also come to terms with her own desires and ambitions, and decide what kind of life she truly wants to lead.The Happy Foreigner is a beautifully written and insightful novel that offers a unique perspective on the experience of living abroad. Bagnold's vivid descriptions of French life and culture, as well as her nuanced portrayal of Cecily's journey of self-discovery, make this a compelling read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of identity and belonging.Night was the same as day in the tunnels; the electric light was always on, and with the morning no daylight crept in to alter it. The orderly called her at half-past six and she took her ""clients"" to a barracks in the suburbs of Verdun, where Russian prisoners ""liberated"" from Germany crowded and jostled to see her from behind the bars of the barrack square, like wild animals in a cage. Armed sentries paced backwards and forwards across the gateway to the yard. As it came on to snow a French soldier came out of a guardroom and invited her in by the fire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Happy Foreigner is a novel by Enid Bagnold that tells the story of a young woman named Lady Hester Glynne who travels to a small European country called Samavia. Lady Hester is a wealthy and independent woman who is seeking adventure and excitement, and she finds it in Samavia, where she becomes involved in the political upheaval and revolution that is taking place in the country.As she becomes more involved in the political situation, Lady Hester also falls in love with a young Samavian man named Prince Stefan, who is leading the revolution against the corrupt government. Lady Hester's involvement in the revolution and her relationship with Prince Stefan bring her into conflict with the traditional values of Samavian society, but she remains determined to fight for what she believes in.The Happy Foreigner is a novel that explores themes of love, adventure, and political revolution, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the culture and society of a fictional European country. Enid Bagnold's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make this a compelling and enjoyable read for anyone who loves historical fiction and adventure stories.Night was the same as day in the tunnels; the electric light was always on, and with the morning no daylight crept in to alter it. The orderly called her at half-past six and she took her ""clients"" to a barracks in the suburbs of Verdun, where Russian prisoners ""liberated"" from Germany crowded and jostled to see her from behind the bars of the barrack square, like wild animals in a cage. Armed sentries paced backwards and forwards across the gateway to the yard. As it came on to snow a French soldier came out of a guardroom and invited her in by the fire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Timeless story of 14-year-old Velvet Brown's race for victory in the Grand National Steeplechase. "One that horse lovers of every age cannot fail to enjoy." - The New York Times.

Full Length, DramaCharacters: 2 male, 7 female Interior SetRevived to acclaim on the West End in 2008, this psychological chamber piece explores the secret world of childhood through the prism of a dyed-in-the-wool British dowager Mrs. St. Maugham and her precocious and equally eccentric granddaughter Laurel. When enigmatic Miss Madrigal is hired as household companion and manager, the two finally meet their match. "A tantalizing, fascinating and stimulating piece of theatre."- New York Daily News "A very fresh and personal kind of play with wit, literacy, and an almost unearthly integrity." -New York Herald Tribune

Enid Bagnold served first as a nurse and then as driver in the First World War. She writes frankly about these experiences in "A Diary without Dates" and "The Happy Foreigner". She is best known for her novel "National Velvet."

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The most famous and loved racing story of all time. National Velvet is a classic tale of dreams, ambition and one girl's belief in a horse. 'Velvet'll sit on a horse like a shadow and breathe her soul into it ... I never seen such a creature on a horse.'