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books where a character goes to seaside for their health

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IslaMann · 07/09/2014 12:51

odd question I know, but am currently writing an assignment for my OU course, and have had a mental block on any novels in which one of the characters are sent to the seaside to recuperate, or to "take the air". Any examples will be gratefully received!

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hagarthorne · 07/09/2014 14:21

Henry Williamson in Chronicles of Ancient Sunlight (12 books) often sends his characters to 'Dr Eastbourne'.

Also Noel is taken by Albert's-Uncle in Nesbit's Treasure Seekers.

ancientbuchanan · 07/09/2014 13:34

Little women. (Spoiler, it doesn't work).

Real life, Anne Bronte. ( spoiler, ditto).

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IslaMann · 07/09/2014 13:13

thank you!

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SavoyCabbage · 07/09/2014 13:00

They are always going to 'take the air' in "Just William" books.

CMOTDibbler · 07/09/2014 12:59

White Boots by Noel Streatfield

Ladyface · 07/09/2014 12:58

The Crimson Petal and the White - Agnes goes to the seaside in an attempt to cure herself.

swooosh · 07/09/2014 12:55

www.amazon.co.uk/Little-Beach-Street-Bakery-Colgan/dp/0751549215

utterly shit but readable

Thurlow · 07/09/2014 12:52

North and South - Mrs Hale goes to the seaside for her health. Might not be a big enough example though.