The Caravaners

In Elizabeth von Arnim's comic novel, The Caravaners, the story unfolds through the eyes of the self-important Baron Otto von Ottringel during an Edwardian caravan holiday in Kent. As he navigates the eccentricities of his English fellow travelers, the Baron grapples with his one-sided affection for a lady while his second wife, Edelgard, revels in newfound freedom. First published in 1913, this humorous and satirical narrative delves into themes of human nature, social class, and unlikely relationships, offering a fresh perspective compared to von Arnim's earlier works.