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The Bolter: The Story Of Idina Sackville, Who Ran Away To Become The Chief Seductress Of Kenya'S Scandalous 'Happy Valley Set',Used
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National Bestseller A Best Book Of The Year An O, The Oprah Magazine #1 Terrific Read In An Age Of Bolterswomen Who Broke The Rules And Fled Their Marriagesone Woman Was The Most Celebrated Of Them All. Even Today Lady Idina Sackville Could Get Tongues Wagging.'Npr'Taylor Swift Might Count Lady Sackville Among Her Muses. Swifts Fans...Have Linked Idina To The Bolter, A Song On The Recordbreaking Album, The Tortured Poets Department'Tatleridina Sackville'S Relentless Affairs, Wild Sex Parties, And Brazen Flaunting Of Convention Shocked High Society And Inspired Countless Writers And Artists, From Nancy Mitford To Greta Garbo. But Idinas Compelling Charm Masked The Pain Of Betrayal And Heartbreak.Now Frances Osborne Explores The Life Of Idina, Her Enigmatic Greatgrandmother, Using Letters, Diaries, And Family Legend, Following Her From Edwardian London To The Hills Of Kenya, Where She Reigned Over The Scandalous Antics Of The Happy Valley Set. Dazzlingly Chic Yet Warmly Intimate, The Bolter Is A Fascinating Look At A Woman Whose Energy Still Burns Bright Almost A Century Later.'Sackvilles Passion Lights Up The Page. Entertainment Weekly 'An Engaging, Definitive Final Look Back At Those Naughty People Who, Between The Wars, Took Their Bad Behavior Off To Kenya And Whose Upperclass Delinquency Became Gilded With Unjustified Glamour. Financial Times Intoxicating. People
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- Q: What is 'The Bolter' about? A: 'The Bolter' tells the story of Idina Sackville, a woman who defied societal norms in the early 20th century, becoming a notorious figure in Kenya's 'Happy Valley Set' known for her affairs and unconventional lifestyle.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Bolter'? A: The book is authored by Frances Osborne, who explores her great-grandmother's life through letters, diaries, and family stories.
- Q: When was 'The Bolter' published? A: 'The Bolter' was published on May 4, 2010.
- Q: What is the format of 'The Bolter'? A: 'The Bolter' is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Bolter' have? A: 'The Bolter' contains 368 pages.
- Q: Is 'The Bolter' suitable for all readers? A: 'The Bolter' is a nonfiction book that discusses adult themes and may be more suitable for mature readers.
- Q: What genre does 'The Bolter' fall under? A: 'The Bolter' is categorized under women's literature and historical biography.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Bolter'? A: 'The Bolter' explores themes of love, betrayal, societal expectations, and the complexities of a woman's life in a patriarchal society.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for 'The Bolter'? A: 'The Bolter' may appeal to readers interested in women's history, biography, and those who enjoy stories about defiance against societal norms.
- Q: What kind of reviews has 'The Bolter' received? A: 'The Bolter' has received positive reviews, being recognized as a national bestseller and highlighted as a best book of the year by various publications.