- “Jane Eyre” by Charlotte Brontë: Although not entirely set in Derbyshire, Jane Eyre spends a significant portion of the novel at Thornfield Hall, which is said to be located in the county.
- “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen: While the majority of the story takes place in Hertfordshire and London, some scenes in this beloved classic unfold in Derbyshire, particularly at Chatsworth House.
- “Tom Jones” by Henry Fielding: Derbyshire serves as a backdrop for parts of this 18th-century picaresque novel, including scenes set in the countryside.
- “The History of Mr. Polly” by H.G. Wells: This novel includes sections set in Derbyshire as the protagonist, Mr. Polly, embarks on a walking holiday in the Peak District.
- “The Tenant of Wildfell Hall” by Anne Brontë: Though not entirely set in Derbyshire, this novel features passages set in the surroundings of the Peak District.
- “Arcadia” by Tom Stoppard: While not a novel, this play by Tom Stoppard is partially set in Sidley Park, a fictional Derbyshire estate.
- “The Woman in White” by Wilkie Collins: Although the majority of the novel takes place elsewhere, Derbyshire is mentioned as part of the plot in this Victorian thriller.
- “The Secret Garden” by Frances Hodgson Burnett: While the book is primarily set in Yorkshire, there are mentions of Derbyshire in this beloved children’s classic.
- “The Terror” by Dan Simmons: A historical fiction novel inspired by the ill-fated Franklin Expedition to the Arctic, Derbyshire is referenced in this chilling tale.
- “The Long Ships” by Frans G. Bengtsson: Although primarily set during Viking times, Derbyshire plays a small role in this epic adventure novel.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Derbyshire
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