Loving by Henry Green
"Loving" is a novel set in an Irish castle during World War II, focusing on the lives of the servants who work there. The narrative provides a detailed and intimate exploration of the relationships, gossip, and everyday routines of the domestic staff, while the war remains a distant threat. The book is known for its unique use of language and dialogue, as well as its exploration of class dynamics.
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- Published
- 1945
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 224
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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This book is on the following 7 lists:
- 58th on The 100 Greatest British Novels (BBC)
- 89th on The Modern Library | 100 Best Novels (Modern Library)
- 1063rd on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
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