Towards The End Of The Morning by Michael Frayn
The book is a satirical glimpse into the fading world of a British newspaper in the 1960s, focusing on the misadventures of the staff working on the obscure pages dedicated to crosswords and nature notes. As they navigate the mundane and often absurd aspects of their jobs, they confront the looming changes of the industry, personal ambitions, and the comical yet poignant realities of their everyday lives. The narrative is a humorous yet bittersweet reflection on the decline of traditional journalism and the eccentricities of office life amidst the shifting tides of modernity.
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- Published
- 1967
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 221
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- Ten brilliant authors reveal their all-time classic reads (Women & Home)
- The 100 Best Novels Of All Time (Runners-Up) (The Guardian)