The Balkan Trilogy by Olivia Manning
The Great Fortune, The Spoilt City, Friends and Heroes
The narrative follows a young British couple, Harriet and Guy Pringle, as they navigate the tumultuous landscape of Eastern Europe during the early years of World War II. Set against the backdrop of the Balkans, the trilogy paints a vivid picture of the couple's experiences in Romania and Greece, where they encounter a diverse cast of characters, from diplomats and soldiers to refugees and spies. As the war encroaches on their lives, their marriage is tested by the strains of displacement, political uncertainty, and personal betrayal, offering a poignant exploration of love, loyalty, and the human spirit amidst the chaos of conflict.
The 9277th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1960
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Very Long
- Pages
- 1033
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- None
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- 100 Great 20th Century English-language Works of Fiction by Women (Feminista!)
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- Ninety-Nine Novels: The Best in English since 1939 (Anthony Burges (Book))
- The Modern Library: The Two Hundred Best Novels in English Since 1950 (The Modern Library (Book))