Year Of Wonders by Geraldine Brooks
A Novel of the Plague
Set in a small, isolated English village during the devastating plague of 1666, the story follows Anna Frith, a young widow, as she navigates the challenges and tragedies that unfold when the disease strikes her community. As fear and superstition grip the villagers, Anna emerges as a beacon of resilience and compassion, confronting both the physical and moral trials that arise. Through her eyes, the narrative explores themes of faith, fear, and the human capacity for both cruelty and kindness in the face of overwhelming adversity.
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- Published
- 2001
- Nationality
- Australian
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 308-320
- Original Language
- English
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- 15th on Australia’s Radio National top 100 books of the 21st century (ABC Radio national)
- 20th on 30 Best Australian books of the 21st century (Readings)