The Literary Almanac

A year of seasonal reading

Francesca Beauman

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Greenfinch
08 February 2022

Literary studies: fiction, novelists & prose writers; Literary companions; Yearbooks, annuals, almanacs

Discover over 300 seasonal book recommendations in the ultimate reading list for book lovers everywhere.

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'I will be giving this book to everyone I know' - Elizabeth Day

'Francesca Beauman writes about the books she loves with irresistible passion, knowledge and warmth ... This is the best kind of reading celebration' - Rachel Joyce

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Spanning the dreary, cold days of January to the first flushes of spring and then the blazing August heat, bibliophile Francesca Beauman offers up a wealth of book recommendations. From The Count of Monte Cristo to Elena Ferrante's Neapolitan Quartet, each has been selected to chime with a particular time of year and provide a richer reading experience.

Beautifully illustrated throughout, this charming guide will delight, inspire and seriously extend your 'To Be Read' list!

By: Francesca Beauman
Imprint: Greenfinch
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 520g
ISBN: 9781529412918
ISBN 10: 1529412919
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 08 February 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Francesca Beauman is the author of five books, including a history of the pineapple and a history of advertising for love. She runs the Instagram account Fran's Book Shop, an irreverent, inclusive conversation about books. Fran lives in Bath, Somerset, with her husband and children.

Reviews for The Literary Almanac: A year of seasonal reading

Reading this book was the literary equivalent of eating a fantastic meal consisting of a selection of comfort food and deliciously surprising new dishes, all hosted by an incredibly knowledgeable and friendly maitre d'. I left the table both replete and wanting more. Francesca Beauman writes with wit, warmth and a wise, compassionate intelligence that makes every page a joyous delight. I met old friends, discovered new ones and learned something in each chapter - and yes, I will be giving this book to everyone I know. -- Elizabeth Day