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If Winter Comes
Hardcover
Classic FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025418612
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 440
Weight: 1.74
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
If Winter Comes is a poignant and powerful exploration of one man's integrity in the face of societal rigidness and personal heartbreak. Set against the backdrop of an English cathedral town in the early 20th century, the novel centers on Mark Sabre, a thoughtful and empathetic man whose unconventional worldview frequently clashes with the stultifying social codes of his environment.
As World War I looms on the horizon, Sabre finds himself trapped in an increasingly alienated marriage to Mabel, a woman who embodies the narrow-mindedness of their class. His life becomes even more complicated when his old flame, Nona, returns to his world, sparking a conflict between duty and desire. A.S.M. Hutchinson's work is more than a domestic drama; it is a profound study of human suffering, resilience, and the enduring hope suggested by its Shelley-inspired title. Through Sabre's trials, the narrative delves into themes of hypocrisy, betrayal, and the ultimate triumph of the spirit. This classic work remains a vital reflection of the seismic shifts in British society during the Great War era, offering a deeply moving portrait of a man who refuses to sacrifice his principles for the sake of convenience.
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