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Elizabeth Gilbert 3 Books Collection Set: City Of Girls, Big Magic, The Signature Of All Things - Fiction - Mixed Format

SKU PLD2481

ISBN: 9789123944590

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
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Titles in This Set:
City of Girls [Hardcover]
Big Magic
The Signature of All Things

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Mixed lot
ISBN: 9781526619808 9781408866757 9781408841921

Overview:
Elizabeth Gilbert’s three-book collection brings together a daring historical novel, a luminous guide to modern creativity, and a sweeping botanical epic. City of Girls, set in 1940s New York, follows nineteen-year-old Vivian Morris as she arrives in the city with little more than a sewing machine and a dream, only to discover art, love, and self-discovery amid the glittering bustle of a theatre world that both dazzles and wounds. Big Magic invites readers to rethink creativity as a playful, brave force—an invitation to curiosity, to pursue what they love, and to meet fear with curiosity and resilience. The Signature of All Things follows Alma Whittaker, a meticulous botanist whose curiosity spans continents and centuries, a sweeping tale about science, wonder, and the intricate currents of destiny. This trio offers a rich reading journey: intimate character studies, ambitious ideas, and immersive landscapes of time and place. A perfect match for readers who crave depth, conversation, and life-affirming storytelling.

What Makes This Collection Special:
Although each work stands firmly on its own, together they form a cohesive reading experience built on curiosity, resilience, and the pursuit of meaning. You’ll move from Vivian’s bold coming-of-age in a wartime theatre to Big Magic’s pragmatic encouragement to nurture imagination, and then into Alma Whittaker’s patient, expansive inquiry into nature and life. The set spans genres while maintaining a generous, intimate voice that makes each title feel like a close friend’s recommendation. It’s ideal for fans who want variety without compromise: literature with emotional pull, practical lessons about creativity, and a sweeping historical sweep all in one elegant collection. A thoughtful gift for book lovers who value craft, risk, and wonder.

Books Included in This Collection:
City of Girls [Hardcover]
Vivian Morris travels to New York in 1940 with little more than a suitcase and a sewing machine. The novel unfolds through backstage hum and bright theatre lights, charting a young woman’s defiant quest for belonging, love, and self-definition amid scandal and sacrifice. Gilbert’s sharp wit and vivid detail bring to life a city pulsing with risk and possibility, where friendships become lifelines and choices redefine a life. This hardcover edition preserves a lush, historically textured experience for readers who relish period detail, complex relationships, and a story that confronts both joy and consequence with honesty.

Big Magic
Big Magic is a candid, uplifting manifesto on creativity. Gilbert blends personal stories with practical wisdom to demystify fear and invite curiosity. It isn’t a rigid program but a generous toolkit for turning ideas into action—whether you’re writing a novel, launching a side project, or simply enriching daily life with more imagination. Clear, encouraging, and sprinkled with humor, the book offers approachable steps and reflective prompts designed to spark risk-taking and resilience in anyone who has ever wanted to create something meaningful.

The Signature of All Things
Alma Whittaker rises from a life of privilege into scientific pursuit, exploring botany with patient rigor and surprising vulnerability. Spanning continents and decades, the novel blends meticulous natural history with an intimate family saga, charting a woman’s determined, sometimes restless search for meaning in a world of discovery and change. Gilbert’s lush prose and expansive scope invite readers to linger over herbariums, voyages, and the long arc of a life devoted to curiosity, making this an immersive, memorable reading experience.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This collection is ideal for adult readers who adore literary fiction with deep character work, historical detail, and philosophical reflections on creativity. It also suits readers who embraced Eat Pray Love but are ready for three new layers of Gilbert’s wit, warmth, and wisdom. Gift buyers will find a premium, multi-genre package that appeals to book clubs, collectors, and anyone building a thoughtful personal library. Whether you’re seeking a bold coming-of-age story, a practical pep talk on pursuing dreams, or a centuries-spanning epic of science and nature, this set offers three distinct entry points that complement each other beautifully.

Key Benefits:

  • Three-book collection by a widely read, beloved author
  • Distinct genres: historical realism, creativity guide, and literary-novel epic
  • Premium hardcover presence, designed for long shelf life
  • Excellent gift for mature readers and literary enthusiasts
  • Perfect for readers who enjoy character-driven stories and big ideas
  • Great for book clubs seeking varied discussion topics
  • All-in-one purchase simplifies gifting and collection-building

About the Author:
Elizabeth Gilbert is a highly regarded American author known for her ability to blend intimate storytelling with wide-ranging ideas about life, creativity, and human connection. Her work spans fiction and nonfiction, and she is celebrated for essays and narratives that illuminate love, ambition, and resilience. Across City of Girls, Big Magic, and The Signature of All Things, Gilbert’s voice remains warm, insightful, and generous, inviting readers to consider their own desires, fears, and possibilities. Readers return to her books for rich character portraits, immersive settings, and a steady, compassionate curiosity about what it means to live a creative life.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
This collection offers a complete, immersive experience of Gilbert’s versatile storytelling in one premium package. You gain a historical tapestry of New York’s theatre world, a practical, humane guide to nurturing creativity, and a grand, time-spanning botanical saga. Owning the full set provides continuity of tone and a satisfying reading journey, while the hardcover format ensures durability and shelf appeal. It’s an ideal, thoughtful gift for a discerning reader or a standout addition to any serious library—three distinct masterpieces that together illuminate art, science, and the human heart.

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