The Darling Buds of May: Book of the Seasons [Hardcover]

H. E. Bates (Author), Neil Philip (Editor), Llewellyn Thomas (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 20, 1992

An illustrated celebration of H.E. Bates's writing about the British countryside, split into the four seasons. Extracts from all his novels - including "The Darling Buds Of May" - essays and volumes of autobiography are included to present a portrait of Britain.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: Michael Joseph Ltd (January 20, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0718136128
• ISBN-13: 978-0718136123
• Product Dimensions: 13.6 x 8.7 x 3.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #123,479 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #83 in Books > Literature & Fiction > History & Criticism > European

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kent at its best!, July 11, 2010

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Gwen P. Reichert (St. Augustine,, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Darling Buds of May: Book of the Seasons (Hardcover)

THE DARLING BUDS OF MAY is one of the best novels by H. E. Bates, in my opinion. I really enjoyed the television adaptation of the book and thoroughly enjoyed the reading of the book. It made Kent, England and the Larkin family come alive and live in my heart and soul. I visited Kent in 1990 and I plan another trip to Kent, next year, and will be ever mindful of H. E. Bates and his wonderful book! The book is a "perfick" read!:-)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful, December 4, 2010

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This review is from: Darling Buds of May (Paperback)

Pop and Ma Larkin and company romp through this book thumbing their noses at the establishment and convention. The book is a good read and the video series is hilarious. I laughed at the exploits of the Larkins while being slightly shocked at their laissez faire attitude.