Three Pilgrims and a Tinker, (Hardcover)

<p>"Three Pilgrims and a Tinker" is a witty and perceptive exploration of post-World War I English society and the peculiar allure of the hunting shires. The story follows Marion Dawney, a woman accustomed to the sophisticated circles of London and the Riviera, as she settles into a drafty house in the heart of fox-hunting country. Accompanied by her three children-the "pilgrims" of the title-and their spirited terrier, the "tinker," Marion must navigate the rigid social hierarchies and the all-consuming obsession with the hunt that defines her new environment.</p><p><b>Mary Borden</b> delivers a sharp comedy of manners that captures the restless spirit of a generation seeking stability in the traditions of the English countryside. Through the eyes of the Dawney family, the novel examines the clash between cosmopolitan sensibilities and the rugged, often absurd, realities of rural sport. Rich in atmosphere and characterization, "Three Pilgrims and a Tinker" stands as a compelling portrait of class, family, and the search for belonging in a rapidly changing world.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• Three Pilgrims and a Tinker, (Hardcover)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781026037287
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 318