Eustace and Hilda by L. P. Hartley
A Trilogy
"Eustace and Hilda" is a three-part novel that revolves around the complex relationship between a brother and sister in the early 20th century. The story explores their emotional bond, with Hilda being the dominant and protective elder sister to the more sensitive and passive Eustace. Their co-dependent relationship is marked by manipulation, guilt, and a deep yet ambiguous love. The novel unfolds their lives from childhood to adulthood, capturing the nuances of their relationship and the societal pressures of their time.
The 10241st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1947
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 40th on D. G. Myers’ 50 Greatest English Language Novels (D. G. Myers)
- James Tait Black Memorial Prize: Fiction (James Tait Black Memorial Prize)