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Whilst researching my last post (“A Novel Noel” - good books which also boast gorgeous covers), I came across this collection of 12 titles from the original feminist publishing house, Virago. I’ll be honest and tell you now, I have not read a single one of them - but I’d rather like to. The VMC Designer Collection was actually launched back in August 2011 but I’m pleased to say it wasn’t a flash in the pan thing; they are all still available from the company’s website at £12.99* each - for excellent literature ensconced within such beautiful textile covers, I feel that this is most reasonable!
Here are my favourites.
For the story
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“The Diary of a Provincial Lady”, E. M. Delafield. Cover design by Cath Kidston:
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For the cover
OK, OK! I’m not all about appearances, honest. Only a little teeny bit... But I can assure you, this doesn’t necessarily mean I won’t actually read it. In fact, I will be all the more likely to, because of its Liberty-clad loveliness. Like Ms LP herself, I am a sucker for a bit of Liberty print. Publishers - take note!
“The Enchanted April”, Elizabeth von Arnim. Cover design by Angie Lewin for Liberty:
For a bit of both
“Valley of the Dolls”, Jacqueline Susann. Cover design by Barbara Hulanicki of Biba fame (ooh! Totally up my street):
“My Cousin Rachel”, Daphne Du Maurier. Cover design by Neisha Crosland:
Collect them all!
Love Liverpool Lou x
*Note from the Editor: all books from the VMC Designer Collection are currently on offer at Waterstones for £10.39 each.
*Note from the Editor: all books from the VMC Designer Collection are currently on offer at Waterstones for £10.39 each.
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