"The Young Enchanted: A Romantic Story" by Hugh Walpole is a tale set in 1920s London, using rich descriptions to highlight the adventures of a young man named Henry Trenchard, who is both nervous and excited as he steps into adulthood. The story follows Henry through the crowded streets of London as he chases after a young girl in a feathered hat, quickly forming a romantic interest in her. With his dreamy expectations and longing for something beyond, Henry loses his hat, and feels cut off from the busy scene of Piccadilly Circus; however, he experiences something of a destiny when he starts tailing an exciting stranger, who may represent the connection he has been looking for. As Henry follows the stranger into the city, the novel looks at themes of youth, romance, and the sense of being enchanted by life, all told in a style that reflects the energy of the city and the inner lives of its characters.
The Young Enchanted: A Romantic Story
By Hugh Walpole
In the heart of London, a young man's pursuit of a mysterious girl with a feathered hat sets off a chain of events, revealing a beautiful story where his life and destiny intertwine with hers.
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About the AuthorSir Hugh Seymour Walpole, CBE was an English novelist. He was the son of an Anglican clergyman, intended for a career in the church but drawn instead to writing. Among those who encouraged him were the authors Henry James and Arnold Bennett. His skill at scene-setting and vivid plots, as well as his high profile as a lecturer, brought him a large readership in the United Kingdom and North America. He was a best-selling author in the 1920s and 1930s but has been largely neglected since his death.
Sir Hugh Seymour Walpole, CBE was an English novelist. He was the son of an Anglican clergyman, intended for a career in the church but drawn instead to writing. Among those who encouraged him were the authors Henry James and Arnold Bennett. His skill at scene-setting and vivid plots, as well as his high profile as a lecturer, brought him a large readership in the United Kingdom and North America. He was a best-selling author in the 1920s and 1930s but has been largely neglected since his death.
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