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Knole and the Sackvilles, V.Sackville-West
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V.Sackville-West

Knole and the Sackvilles

In “Knole and the Sackvilles,” V. Sackville-West intricately weaves a narrative that illuminates the history of Knole House and the prominent Sackville family. This richly detailed work combines biographical sketches, historical analysis, and personal reflections, revealing the complexities of lineage and the inextricable ties of heritage. Sackville-West employs a lyrical and evocative style, often blending anecdotal evidence with factual history, drawing the reader into the emotional and physical landscape of the estate that has long shaped her identity and artistic vision. As a member of the Sackville family herself, V. Sackville-West's intimate knowledge of Knole is both personal and authoritative. Her background as a poet and novelist, as well as her role in the Bloomsbury Group, informs her sophisticated approach to storytelling. Having been deeply affected by the history and beauty of Knole, she combines personal passion with historical inquiry, leading her to explore themes of inheritance, loss, and the worth of preserving cultural legacies in this remarkable narrative. This book is a must-read for those intrigued by English heritage, architectural history, and the interplay between personal identity and place. Readers will find Sackville-West'Äôs narrative captivating, as it invites them to reflect on their own connections to history and home while unveiling the reverberations of family legacy within the enchanting walls of Knole.
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Oprindeligt udgivet
2021
Udgivelsesår
2021
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