Barbara Pym
4 SeriesBarbara Pym was an English novelist known for her social comedies, including "A Glass of Blessings" and "Excellent Women." Her unique style emphasized characters and style over plot. Pym passed away in 1980, leaving behind a distinguished career in literature.
In Barbara Pym's classic comedy "Excellent Women," Mildred Lathbury, a clergyman's daughter and spinster in 1950s England, leads a quiet life. Her tendency to involve herself in others' affairs takes a new turn when Helena and Rockingham move in next door. Mildred sees them as an opportunity to inject excitement into her life and potentially transform her circumstances.
