Novel on Yellow Paper by Stevie Smith
or, Work It Out for Yourself
The novel is a stream-of-consciousness narrative from the perspective of a young woman working as a secretary in a publishing firm in London. She is in love with her boss, but also has a boyfriend who she is not entirely satisfied with. She is constantly questioning her life, her relationships and the world around her, often with a sharp and satirical wit. The novel is unconventional in its structure and style, reflecting the protagonist's unique and individualistic perspective on life.
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- Published
- 1936
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 252
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 47th on 100 Best Novels in English Since 1900 (Counterpunch)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)