KNYGA Tim Pears Horseman

Discover the enchanting world of Horseman by Tim Pears, a captivating pastoral novel that transports readers to Devon in 1911. This beautifully crafted story, published in 2017, unfolds in a forgotten valley along the Devon-Somerset border, where the rhythms of nature and the farming calendar dictate life. Twelve-year-old Leopold Sercombe, a skinny and pale boy, finds himself skipping school to assist his father, a carter. His dreams of working on the estate's stud farm lead him to an unexpected friendship with another child, weaving a tale reminiscent of the works of Thomas Hardy. With 320 pages of rich storytelling, Horseman offers an immersive experience into the lives of its characters and the pastoral beauty of the English countryside. Join Tim Pears on this unforgettable journey and explore themes of friendship, ambition, and the passage of time.