Hello all! Just a quick post today of some Spring-themed books- enjoy!
Secret Garden- I mean, this list would be incomplete without it, wouldn’t it? It’s the most Spring-y Springtime book that I could have sprung on you!
Anne of Green Gables– another classic I can’t help but associate with Spring! So much of this story resonates with Springtime and the great outdoors.
The Wind in the Willows– children’s books really fit with Spring for me- and who could forget this charming story? Adorable and fun and showing the magic of the natural world (yes there really are talking badgers and moles 😉), this is one to (re)visit at this time of year.
The Hobbit– there are so many reasons Tolkien reminds me of Spring! Of course, Tolkien Reading Day takes place at the end of March. And for me personally, it’s when I first read the series and it became an annual tradition to reread around Easter. Most importantly of all, the book itself is a reminder to get out and go on an adventure… or maybe just go for a really long walk 😉
Iron Fey series– again, I associate this author with Spring. Mostly, it is because her descriptions sing with life and fresh excitement every time. It was very hard for me to choose between her different series for this- yet I decided to go old school because these books have such a strong seasonal pull. And fantasy just works at this (and every) time of year!
Book of Atrix Wolfe– McKillip is so powerful at creating atmosphere. Both books I’ve read I strongly associate with nature and hints of magical change.
Far from the Madding Crowd– nothing makes me think more of fecundity and lush settings than Hardy. I chose this particular book, as I often think of it as the happiest of Hardy’s books and for me that fits more with this time of year (*read happiest of Hardy’s books = still contains tragic elements 😉).
Chocolat– this very indulgent read begins around Lent and explores human desires and passions- if that doesn’t make you think of Spring, I don’t know what will.
Tea Dragon Society– if you’re still craving something sweet, then this children’s graphic novel will be perfect for you. I read it recently and enjoyed every second. The story is so charming and the illustrations just lovely. It actually whizzes through all the seasons, yet for me there’s something so cosy about this that makes me think most of Spring.
Fire of Joy– something about Spring makes me turn to poetry. I happened to read this collection recently and appreciated the commentary that came with every poem. What also makes this perfect for this time of year is how these are poems designed to be read aloud. Just something about turning these over on your tongue made me feel a sense of renewal.
Poetry by Keats– ah Romantic poets are perfect for this time of year. They make you want to dip your toes into awe-inspiring nature and new love. By rights, I perhaps should have suggested Blake for renewal or Wordsworth for his natural inspiration, but for me Keats is King!
So, have you read any of these? And which books do you most strongly associate with Spring? Let me know in the comments!
This is such a lovely idea! Haha I love the title and spring is definitely a great time to reread some classics 🙂
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Hehe thank you! Absolutely!!
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The Iron King is such a fab read!
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It really is 😊
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I loved secret garden, Anne of green Gables and LOTR. Great list!
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Thank you! 💕
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I haven’t actually read any of these, but I’ve watched a bunch hahaha I especially like the Anne of Green Gables Netflix show and the Chocolat movie. I think that’s the same Chocolat … could be wrong, but I really think my mum has the book with the movie tie in.
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Haha! That’s fair! Yeah it is the same- but the book is quite different! I actually liked the movie, once I settled in and realised it was just going to be very different. (But I also recommend the book!!)
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Okay, good to know! We only have the German translation, so i’m not sure I’m up for it .. but I will keep it in mind.
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This is a great list! You’ve inspired me to pick up some old favourites!
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Thank you! So glad to hear it!
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Chocolat!! Love that book! Enjoy
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Yes me too! 😊
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Ughhh, that cover for Atrix Wolfe is horrible! Nothing poetic about it at all 😦
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Hehe yeah it’s not great! They don’t do many good Patricia mckillip covers in the UK (and they’re really hard to come by in general)
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I’m guessing the Kinuko Craft covers were more than the publishers wanted to shell out…
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I love this list. I agree, Secret Garden, Anne of Green Gables and the Hobbit are really spring-timey books, I loved seeing them on this list! In fact, they are some of my favourite books of all time ;-p
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Thank you!! 😊💕
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Oh I love Anne of Green Gables and the Secret Garden! And I really want to reread the Iron King!
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Ah I know right! I think I put them on this list cos I’m considering rereading/bingeing the whole series right now 😉
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Lovely list! The Secret Garden and Anne of Green Gables are perfect spring reads! The Tea Dragon Society looks adorable — I’m going to have to check it out. And I agree, spring is a very Hobbit-y season, and I’m due for a re-read!
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Great list, I adore The Secret Garden it is such a perfect Spring read. For some reason I also love reading Jane Austen in spring time 💜💜
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Some all-time faves here, and some I haven’t read. Will check them out!
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Lovely watercolor!
I associate Tolkien with autumn, but I guess spring is fair, as in “Adventures are not all pony-rides in May sunshine.” 😉
And poetry, yes. “Come, Corrina, come; let’s go a-Maying.” “Little lamb, who made thee?” “About the woodlands I will go/to see the cherry hung with snow.” “Had we but world enough, and time/this coyness, lady, were no crime.”
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Anne reminds me of Autumn, but Emily of New Moon reminds me of Spring/Summer!! I just read that trilogy and omg–LM Montgomery is a legend who does not disappoint. I am ashamed to say I haven’t read The Secret Garden yet, but I hope to soon! If I don’t get around to it this year, maybe I’ll read it next Spring :’)
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The Book of Atrix Wolfe is intriguing! The Hobbit is one of my favorites here, and of course The Secret Garden. I see there’s a new graphic novel edition of that one. Thanks for the Springy book list! 😉
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This list is so cosy and uplifting! I read Tea Dragon Society not long ago as well and although I might associate their cosiness with Autumn more, I definitely can see why it’s gentleness makes it a lovely Spring read!
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Thank you!! I’m so glad you thought so!! Yeah I can see it being an autumnal read now you mention it, it’s just so cosy! I suppose I’m just also in a comfy/cosy mood in spring (it’s quite rainy here! 😂)
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I love the Wind in the Willows!!!
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It’s lovely! 🙂
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A great list ! I just made a new blog and yours is the first one I followed XD
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