Books like Personal pleasures by Rose Macaulay
*Personal Pleasures* gathers 73 brief essays that chronicle Rose Macaulay’s favourite activities and observations. From her travels on the Florida Keys and the Ligurian Coast to her humorous musings on books, food, and church, each piece stands alone as a polished, light‑hearted insight. The collection not only entertains with Macaulay’s distinctive wit but also traces moments of her own life, giving readers a personal, comedic portrait of her leisure and curiosities.
First publish date: 1935
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Rose Macaulay
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