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Kathryn Hughes Biography & Facts
Kathryn Hughes (born 1959) is a British academic, journalist and biographer. Educated at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford University and the University of East Anglia (UEA); her doctorate in Victorian history was developed into her first book, The Victorian Governess. She is the Director of Creative Non-Fiction at the University of East Anglia, Hughes' book George Eliot: The Last Victorian was awarded the 1999 James Tait Black Memorial Prize for biography, and her 2005 biography of Isabella Beeton, The Short Life and Long Times of Mrs Beeton was also well-received, and made the long list for the Samuel Johnson Prize. (Hughes's UEA website stated that the book had made the shortlist, but this turned out not to be true). Reviewing Mrs Beeton in the UK daily newspaper The Independent, Frances Spalding wrote: "There is seemingly no aspect of Victorian life that Kathryn Hughes cannot assimilate and understand from the inside. This is living history, in which massive research and impeccable scholarship is handled with invigorating panache". Hughes has also reviewed and written for The Guardian, The Economist and The Times Literary Supplement. An occasional presenter of Open Book on BBC Radio 4, she also contributes to the same network's Saturday Review. She is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and the Royal Society of Literature. Bibliography Books Hughes, Kathryn (1993). The Victorian Governess. London: The Hambledon Press. ISBN 9781852850029. (Bloomsbury pbk ISBN 978-1-852850029) Hughes, Kathryn (1998). George Eliot: The Last Victorian. London: Fourth Estate. ISBN 978-1857024203. Hughes, Kathryn (2005). The Short Life and Long Times of Mrs Beeton. London: Fourth Estate. ISBN 978-1841153735. Hughes, Kathryn (2017). Victorians Undone: Tales of the Flesh In the Age of Decorum. London: Fourth Estate. ISBN 978-0007548361. Critical studies and reviews of Hughes' work Victorians undone Lycett, Andrew (September 2017). "Stripping down the buttoned up". Reviews. History Today. 67 (9): 96. References. Discover the Kathryn Hughes popular books. Find the top 100 most popular Kathryn Hughes books.
Best Seller Kathryn Hughes Books of 2024
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Last Dance in Havana
Rosanna LeyFrom the #1 Kindle Bestseller comes an exotic tale of love, family and friendship.'The perfect holiday companion' Heat'The ultimate feelgood read' Candis'Sunsoaked escapism' Bes...
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Hidden in the Mists
Christina Courtenay'Hidden in the Mists is her best book yet. Her meticulous research created such authenticity that I felt as if I were living the entwined past and present stories with the beautifu...
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The One
Maria RealfYou never forget the one.You’ll never forget this book.Fall in love with this beautiful love story. A must read for fans of Jojo Moyes’ Me Before You and Cecelia Ahern’s PS I Love ...
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The Secrets of Bridgewater Bay
Julie BrooksTwo women set sail for Australia, bound by a terrible truth. But only one will make it off the ship.'The writing is polished and evocative, the twists and turns are surprising, and...
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The Dressmaker of Paris
Georgia Kaufmann'Involving, immersive and unputdownable' bestselling author Jill MansellI need to tell you a story, ma chère. My story.Rosa Kusstatscher has built a global fashion empire upon her...
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Bay of Secrets
Rosanna LeyThe #1 Kindle Bestseller returns with a gorgeous summer read about romance, family and the secrets we keep from those we love.'The perfect holiday companion' Heat'The ultimate fee...
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Victorian London
Liza PicardFrom raggatherers to royalty, from fish knives to Freemasons: everyday life in Victorian London.Like its acclaimed companion volumes, Elizabeth's London, Restoration London and Dr ...
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The Summer Sister
Muna Shehadi'A wonderful read with evocative descriptions and enough family secrets to create a gripping journey of discovery' Woman'One of those books that makes you cancel everything so you ...
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The Letter Home
Rachael EnglishShe had left behind everything she loved to forge a future for the one she treasured most...A dangerous journey from Ireland to America. A mother's sacrifice. A family secret. Insp...
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The Falling Sword
Ben KaneCAN GREECE RESIST THE MIGHT OF ROME?Get ready for the climax of the Roman invasion of Greece in Sunday Times bestseller Ben Kane's latest historical adventure.ONE FINAL CLASHReelin...
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Letters from the Dead
Sam Hurcom'Gothic, claustrophobic, and wonderfully dark' GUARDIAN on Sam Hurcom's Thomas Bexley novels...The next stifling, atmospheric gothic crime novel following one of the world's first ...
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The First Wife
Muna ShehadiAt the heart of a great love lies a devastating secret . . . Fans of Lucinda Riley, Santa Montefiore and Louise Douglas will be gripped by Muna Shehadi's stunning new novel of twis...
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The Night of The Party
Rachael EnglishA NIGHT FOUR FRIENDS COULD NOT FORGET. A LIFETIME OF SECRETS. 'A gripping read that I found impossible to put down ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐' Real reader'The twist was brilliant ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐' Real re...
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The Girl in the Letter
Emily Gunnis'A great book, truly hard to put down. Fast paced, brilliantly plotted and desperately sad at times all hallmarks of a bestseller' Lesley Pearse on The Girl in the Letter 'I was g...
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The American Girl
Rachael English'A true storyteller who keeps you turning the pages' CATHY KELLY, Sunday Times bestselling authorSent to Ireland in disgrace, she was forced to give up her baby...'One of the best ...
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The Little Theatre by the Sea
Rosanna LeyThe bestselling author returns with a gorgeous and evocative summer read about love and starting over. 'The perfect holiday companion' Heat'It will make you want to jump on the fi...
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The Wildflowers
Harriet Evans'I adored The Wildflowers. A sweeping, epic, moving read' Marian KeyesThe new novel by Sunday Times bestseller Harriet Evans will transport you to a Dorset beach house, where you c...
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I, Witness
Niki Mackay'A cracking thriller and a great female protagonist.' C.J. Tudor, author of Sunday Times Bestseller The Chalk Man'I couldn't put I,Witness down, this is a 2018 mustread' Phoebe Mor...
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The Paper Bracelet
Rachael EnglishEvery paper bracelet held a mother's heartbreaking secret... The top ten bestseller, inspired by heartrending true events in a home for unwed mothers, set in Ireland, Boston and L...
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The Saffron Trail
Rosanna LeyAn exotic tale of lost family secrets from the #1 Kindle Bestseller'The perfect holiday companion' Heat'The ultimate feelgood read' Candis'Sunsoaked escapism' BestAfter the death o...
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Silas Marner
George Eliot, Frederick R. Karl & Kathryn HughesThe classic novel of hope, redemption, and the indomitable human spirit, from beloved novelist George Eliot.In this heartwarming classic by George Eliot, a gentle linen weaver name...
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Tempted by the Runes
Christina Courtenay'Wonderfully written and a real page turner. Christina tells a story equally as well as Barbara Erskine' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader reviewThis stunning and evocative new timeslip novel from ...
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Pride Of Walworth
Mary Jane StaplesThere was a new family in Browning Street, Walworth the Harrisons. Respectable and wellbehaved, the only thing unusual about them was that Mr Harrison was never there. He was a sa...
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Whispers of the Runes
Christina Courtenay'I would recommend this to readers of Barbara Erskine and if you enjoyed the TV series Vikings' 5⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review'Once again, Christina Courtenay takes us to the heart of th...
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Shadows in the Ashes
Christina CourtenayBrimming with romance, adventure and vivid historical detail, Christina Courtenay's gripping dualtime novel travels from the present day to the fires of ancient Pompeii.'SHADOWS IN...
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A Place to Belong
Cathy MansellSet against the glorious backdrop of World War Two Ireland, this dramatic, emotional and romantic novel is perfect for fans of Maeve Binchy, Lorna Cook, Tracy Rees and Jenny Ashcro...
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The Missing Daughter
Emily GunnisFrom the global bestselling author of THE GIRL IN THE LETTER comes a gripping and heartbreaking novel of family secrets.'Utterly gripping, taut and powerful. An emotionally charged...
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The House of Lost Wives
Rebecca HardyThe truth lies in the walls of Ambletye Manor . . .'Expertly researched, vividly drawn, and so much fun! Absolute delight of a book, with a quirky supernatural twist. Five fabulous...
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Soho
Dan CruickshankSOHO ILLICIT, GLAMOROUS, SORDID, LOUCHE, POVERTYSTRICKEN, SQUALID, EXHILARATING.One of Britain's bestloved historians, Dan Cruickshank grants us an intimacy with centuries of rich...
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The Garden of Lost and Found
Harriet EvansDon't miss the STUNNING new novel from Sunday Times bestselling author, Harriet Evans THE BELOVED GIRLS is available to buy now!'Spellbinding' Independent'My top book of 2019' DI...
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Spreading Wings
Mary Jane StaplesSammy Adams is always on the lookout for a new business opportunity. When he hears from his son David about the newfangled supermarkets that are becoming all the rage in America, h...
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The French House
Jacquie BloeseFreedom worth fighting for. Love worth waiting for.'The French House is a beautifully wrought exploration of love of all kinds. It's utterly gorgeous, convincingly written and comp...
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The Fat Chance Guide to Dieting
Claudia PattisonThink nothing tastes as good as slim feels? You're obviously not eating the right food . . .Holly, Naomi and Kate are determined to win the battle of the bulge. So it's down to the...
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The Girls Left Behind
Emily GunnisNO ONE WANTED TO END UP AT MORGATE HOUSE. BUT THE GIRLS HAD NOWHERE ELSE TO GO . . . 'The thrilling, heartbreaking, and shocking story of dark secrets, twisted lives, lies, and man...
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Clash of Empires
Ben KaneHAS ROME FINALLY MET ITS MATCH?'A triumph!' Harry Sidebottom 'Exceptional' Anthony Riches'Fans of battleheavy historical fiction will, justly, adore Clash of Empires' The TimesTHE ...
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The Girl Behind the Gates
Brenda DaviesTOP TEN BESTSELLER'Compelling. Poignant. Haunting. Heart wrenching. Just beautiful. Everyone needs to read this wonderful book.' Renita D'Silva, bestselling author of The Forgotte...
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The Villa
Rosanna LeyTHE #1 KINDLE BESTSELLER. An unforgettable story set off the sunsoaked coast of Sicily for fans of Dinah Jefferies, Victoria Hislop and Santa Montefiore.'The perfect holiday compan...
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The Oceans Between Us
Gill ThompsonInspired by the heartrending true events behind Ten Pound Poms, a mother fights to find her son and a child battles for survival in this riveting debut novel.'A warmhearted tale of...
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The Manor House
Jane Holland'Had me right from the first line!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Totally Gripping!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Loved it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐1963. When Eleanor meets famous young poet, Lyndon Chance, he offers a way to flee her abusive fat...
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The Seed and the Sower
Sir Laurens van der PostWhat follows is the story of two British officers whose spirit the Japanese try to break. Yet out of all the violence and misery strange bonds are forged between prisoners and the...
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The Girl With No Name
Reine AndrieuHeartbreaking. Gripping. Terribly captivating.'Read it in one sitting!' Madeleine, Amazon reviewerShe may not remember her name,but her body knows.1940. When a French family is fo...
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Return to Mandalay
Rosanna LeyAn enchanting and exotic family mystery from the #1 Kindle Bestseller'The perfect holiday companion' Heat'The ultimate feelgood read' Candis'Sunsoaked escapism' BestEva Gatsby h...
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The Kathryn Hughes Collection
Kathryn HughesAvailable together for the first time in ebook, discover the heartrending novels from the No.1 bestselling author Kathryn Hughes. PREORDER THE MEMORY BOX, THE NEW NOVEL FROM KATHR...
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Echoes of the Runes
Christina Courtenay'Fabulous. Highly recommended for fans of Barbara Erskine and Susanna Kearsley and if you want a thumping good read' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review'Wow! This book should come with warnin...
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The Spring Sister
Muna Shehadi'The author's writing style is similar to that of Santa Montefiore whom I love, so this book really pulled me in' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader reviewWhat happens when you discover that your gl...
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The Lady in the Veil
Leah Fleming'I found the photograph album by chance when we were clearing out the old coach house. It must have been sitting on the garage shelf for years among all the other family rejects.' ...
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The Little Pieces of You and Me
Vanessa Greene'You'll laugh as much as you cry at this poignant tale of female friendship, love and loss' Marie ClaireA story of friendship, heartbreak and the day that changed two lives forever...