Cottage Folk

By Alice Vansittart Strettel Carr

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst the hop fields of rural England, a young woman with a guarded heart navigates love and hardship, testing the bonds of community and challenging her own independence.

Genres

Culture/Civilization/Society Literature Fiction

Released

2020-10-04

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Summary

"Cottage Folk" by Mrs. Comyns Carr is a story set among hop-picking communities in 19th century rural England. The book explores the difficult lives and relationships of laborers, especially focusing on Jenny, a young hop-picker with a troubled history, and Martin, a man from her community. The story begins with a vivid picture of hop-pickers gathering near the Sussex Downs, where we are introduced to Jenny as a reserved girl avoiding romantic attachments, particularly from Martin. Their encounters are full of tension and vulnerability, showing their struggles for survival. Jenny’s journey emphasizes her independence and emotional wounds, paving the way for her to grow and form deeper bonds within the community.