If Winter Comes

If Winter Comes is a novel by A. S. M. Hutchinson, published in 1921, set in the early 20th century, specifically around 1912. The story follows Mark Sabre, a reflective thirty-four-year-old husband living in the village of Penny Green, as he navigates the complexities of his marriage to Mabel, whose differing social views create tension. The narrative explores themes of societal expectations and relationships, highlighting the contrasts between Mark's contemplative nature and Mabel's disinterest in their surroundings.