- “Cider with Rosie” by Laurie Lee: This autobiographical novel chronicles Lee’s childhood in the village of Slad, capturing the essence of the Worcestershire countryside.
- “The Woodlanders” by Thomas Hardy: While not entirely set in Worcestershire, Hardy’s novel explores rural life in the fictional county of Wessex, which includes parts of Worcestershire.
- “Tom Brown’s Schooldays” by Thomas Hughes: This classic novel is set partially at the fictional Rugby School, which draws inspiration from Hughes’ own experiences at The King’s School in Worcester.
- “The God of Small Things” by Arundhati Roy: Although the majority of the story takes place in India, a small portion is set in Malabar House, Worcestershire, as the characters reminisce about their past.
- “The Pickwick Papers” by Charles Dickens: This humorous novel features a series of exaggerated adventures across England, including a memorable stopover in the fictional town of Eatanswill, reportedly inspired by Worcester.
- “The Three Men in a Boat” by Jerome K. Jerome: While primarily set along the River Thames, this comical tale features the trio passing through Worcestershire on their boating journey.
- “A Nod from Nelson” by Leslie Thomas: This novel tells the story of a young boy growing up in post-war Worcester, capturing the spirit of the city in the 1940s and 1950s.
- “Black Sheep” by Georgette Heyer: This Regency romance novel is set in Bath and Worcestershire, where the romance unfolds amidst family drama, secret engagements, and societal expectations.
- “The White Hotel” by D.M. Thomas: Although the majority of the story takes place in Ukraine, parts of this complex novel are set in present-day Worcestershire, where the protagonist reflects on her past experiences.
- “The Wind in the Willows” by Kenneth Grahame: This beloved children’s book takes place in the fictional countryside along the River Thames, with the Worcestershire countryside serving as a source of inspiration.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Worcestershire
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