Behind the Scenes at the Museum by Kate Atkinson
The novel is a unique blend of family saga and historical fiction, told from the perspective of Ruby Lennox, whose narrative begins before her birth and spans over three generations of women in her family. Ruby's story is interwoven with "footnotes" that delve into the lives of her ancestors, revealing secrets, tragedies, and the complexity of their relationships. The book explores themes of motherhood, loss, and identity, while providing a humorous and poignant look at life in the 20th century England.
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- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 320-400
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 142nd on The Big Read (BBC)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- Costa Book Award - Best Novel (Costa Coffee)