Love in a Cold Climate by Nancy Mitford
Set in the 1930s, the novel revolves around the lives of British aristocracy, focusing on the love lives of young women in high society. The protagonist's cousin, Polly, shocks her family by choosing to marry a middle-aged, socially inferior man instead of a wealthy aristocrat. Meanwhile, the protagonist herself navigates her own romantic relationships amidst a backdrop of lavish parties, eccentric relatives, and societal expectations. The story offers a humorous and satirical look at the British upper class, highlighting their idiosyncrasies and the pressures they face.
The 906th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1949
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- 78,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 5 lists:
- 55th on 100 Must-Read Classics, as Chosen by our Readers (Penguin (UK))
- The Best Classics (The Times)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- 75 Books Every Woman Should Read (Jezebel)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)