The Newton Letter by John Banville
An Interlude
The novel revolves around a historian who retreats to a rural Irish cottage to focus on writing a book about Isaac Newton. As he becomes entangled with the family living nearby, his work and personal life begin to unravel, mirroring the chaos and uncertainty he discovers in Newton's own story. The narrative explores themes of obsession, the complexity of human relationships, and the elusive nature of truth, as the protagonist grapples with his own identity and the blurred lines between past and present.
- Published
- 1982
- Nationality
- Irish
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- English
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