Christopher and Columbus
1919
Published in 1919, 'Christopher and Columbus' by Elizabeth Von Arnim follows twin sisters Anna-Rose and Anna-Felicitas as they journey from England to America during World War I. Orphaned and caught between their German and English heritage, the twins seek a new life while grappling with their identity and the loss of their mother. The novel blends humor and melancholy, showcasing the sisters' distinct personalities and their imaginative coping mechanisms as they navigate their uncertain future in a foreign land.
