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William Maxwell
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Number of Pages
176
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This is literary fiction about memory, friendship, and forgiveness. Set against the quiet farmland of Illinois, it follows two lonely teenagers and the fragile bond they form, a bond that is tested by jealousy within a family. The tone is haunting and introspective, inviting readers who value deep, character-driven storytelling and morally nuanced themes.
Presented as a story-led, memory-driven experience, the narrative unfolds across decades through the perspective of a narrator looking back after many years. The prose is lucid and lyrical, weaving past and present into a mosaic of memory, loss, and longing. The reading experience is intimate and immersive, encouraging readers to linger on small details and quiet revelations rather than fast-paced action.
Readers move through shifting timelines, gradually uncovering what happened while feeling the weight of guilt and the ache of forgiveness. The journey centers on peopleโtheir loyalties, regrets, and the possibility of reconciliationโmade accessible through restrained writing and precise observation.
Readers finish with a deeper understanding of how memory shapes identity and how forgiveness, though challenging, can offer a path toward growth. The experience lingers, inviting curiosity about relationships and the quiet possibilities of reconciliation.
Product Details
Author
William Maxwell
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
176
Language
English
SKU
9780099560937
ISBN
9780099560937
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.9x1.2x19.7cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: โน 699
โน 595
โน 104 Off