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Nancy Mitford
The Pursuit of Love and Love in a Cold Climate
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"The Pursuit of Love and Love in a Cold Climate" are two classic novels by Nancy Mitford, originally published in 1945 and 1949, respectively. These novels are often published together as a single volume, and they offer a witty and satirical look at the British upper class between the two World Wars. "The Pursuit of Love" follows the lives of the Radlett family, a group of eccentric aristocrats living in the English countryside. The novel focuses on the romantic pursuits of the Radlett daughters, particularly Linda, who is based on Mitford herself. Linda's search for love takes her to Paris, where she becomes involved with a series of unsuitable suitors, including a communist and a fascist. The novel is a sharp-eyed examination of the mores and values of the British upper class, and it is also a poignant exploration of the human desire for love and connection. "Love in a Cold Climate" is a sequel to "The Pursuit of Love," and it follows the lives of the Radletts and their friends as they navigate the complexities of love and marriage in the years leading up to World War II. The novel is particularly concerned with the character of Polly Hampton, who is engaged to a wealthy and stuffy aristocrat but who longs for something more. The novel is a brilliant satire of the British upper class, and it is also a moving exploration of the human heart. Together, these two novels offer a fascinating glimpse into the world of the British upper class between the wars. They are both witty and insightful, and they offer a sharp critique of the values and attitudes of this privileged world. At the same time, they are also deeply human and moving, and they explore the universal themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning in life. Whether you are a fan of classic literature, social satire, or simply a good story, "The Pursuit of Love" and "Love in a Cold Climate" are not to be missed...
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