Modern Classics Lark Rise To Candleford is a trilogy by Flora Thompson, comprising “Lark Rise,” “Over To Candleford,” and “Candleford Green.” These novels offer a heartwarming portrayal of country life at the end of the 19th century through three closely related Oxfordshire communities: a hamlet, a nearby village, and a small market town. Based on Thompson’s own experiences from childhood to youth, the trilogy vividly recounts May Day celebrations, forgotten children’s games, the daily lives of farmworkers and craftsmen, and the bonds between friends and relations. With a gaiety and freshness of observation, this trilogy serves as an evocative and sensitive memorial to Victorian rural England. The books feature rich details that transport readers back in time, capturing the essence of life during a period of significant change. A new introduction by Richard Mabey adds contemporary insights to these timeless classics.