Publisher's Synopsis
The Kingfisher is a novel written by Phyllis Bottome, first published in 1922. The story revolves around a young woman named Mary Lamington, who is sent to live with her aunt and uncle in the English countryside after her parents' death. Mary is a spirited and independent character, who struggles to adapt to her new surroundings and the expectations placed upon her by her family and society.As she begins to explore her new home, Mary discovers a hidden lake and becomes fascinated by the kingfisher that lives there. She spends hours watching the bird and becomes determined to capture it, seeing it as a symbol of her own freedom and independence.However, Mary's obsession with the kingfisher leads her into dangerous territory, as she becomes entangled in a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy her family and the community around her. Along the way, she must confront her own fears and desires, and learn to navigate the complex social and political landscape of early 20th century England.The Kingfisher is a powerful and evocative novel, exploring themes of love, loss, and the struggle for personal freedom in a rapidly changing world. It remains a classic of British literature, and a testament to Bottome's talent as a writer and observer of human nature.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.
