Mary Webb

Mary Webb was an English novelist and poet, born on March 25, 1881, in Shropshire, England. Known for her deep connection to the rural landscapes of her home, Webb's writing often reflects the beauty and challenges of country life. She gained recognition in the early 20th century for her vividly descriptive prose and her ability to convey the complexities of human emotions. Her most famous work, "Precious Bane," won the Romantic Novel of the Year award in 1924 and continues to resonate with readers for its themes of love, resilience, and the rural experience.

Despite facing personal struggles, including bouts of illness, Webb's passion for storytelling never waned. She published several novels and poetry collections throughout her career, leaving behind a legacy that celebrates the simplicity and depth of everyday life. If you're intrigued by the intersection of nature and human experience, take a moment to explore Mary Webb's works in the app. Her heartfelt narratives are sure to draw you into the enchanting world she so beautifully depicted.

Precious Bane

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Mary Webb



Published in 1924, Precious Bane is a novel by Mary Webb (1881 - 1927) which touches on ambition, prejudice and hatred but also on the power…

Gone to Earth

Read by Rachel Lintern


Mary Webb



"Gone to Earth" is the cry of fox hunters as the fox takes to its den and they lose the chase. Here, Mary Webb tells the story of …

The Spring of Joy: A Little Book of Healing

Read by NoelBadrian


Mary Webb



Mary Webb was a novelist and poet and two of her novels "Gone to Earth" and "Precious Bane" have been successfully adapt…

The Golden Arrow

Read by Anne Erickson


Mary Webb



Deborah, a young girl from a Shropshire farm family, falls so deeply in love with the new preacher that she agrees to live with him as man a…