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“Lark Rise to Candleford” is a semi-autobiographical trilogy of novels by Flora Thompson, first published between 1939 and 1943. The books provide a detailed and nostalgic portrayal of rural life in late 19th-century England. The trilogy comprises “Lark Rise” (1939), “Over to Candleford” (1941), and “Candleford Green” (1943).

The story is set in the fictional hamlet of Lark Rise, the nearby village of Candleford, and the market town of Candleford Green. It follows the life of Laura Timmins (a thinly veiled representation of Flora Thompson herself) as she grows up in Lark Rise and moves to Candleford to work at the post office. The narrative captures the simplicity and hardships of rural living, the changing social landscape, and the transition from a traditional agrarian society to a more industrialized one.

Thompson’s writing is celebrated for its rich descriptions, vivid characters, and the warm, affectionate tone with which she recounts her childhood and community life. The trilogy offers a valuable historical record of rural England during this period.

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