The British Museum Is Falling Down by David Lodge
In this witty and satirical novel, the protagonist, Adam Appleby, is a Catholic graduate student grappling with the pressures of academia, family life, and the looming threat of an unplanned pregnancy due to the Church's stance on contraception. Set against the backdrop of 1960s London, Adam's day is a comedic whirlwind of misadventures, as he navigates the British Museum's labyrinthine corridors, encounters eccentric characters, and reflects on the absurdities of modern life. Through a series of humorous and poignant episodes, the story explores themes of faith, responsibility, and the quest for intellectual and personal fulfillment.
- Published
- 1965
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 160-180
- Original Language
- English
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