The Eye Of The Storm by Patrick White

The novel delves into the complex dynamics of a dysfunctional family as they gather around their dying matriarch, Elizabeth Hunter, in her Sydney home. As her two estranged children, Basil and Dorothy, return from abroad, old resentments and unresolved conflicts resurface, revealing the deep-seated emotional scars and ambitions that have shaped their lives. Through a series of introspective narratives and vivid flashbacks, the story explores themes of power, identity, and the relentless passage of time, ultimately portraying the intricate web of human relationships and the enduring impact of a mother's influence.

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Published
1973
Nationality
Australian
Length
Long
Pages
600-700
Original Language
English
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