The Swimming-Pool Library by Alan Hollinghurst
The novel follows a young, privileged, and carefree gay man living in London. His life of leisure is interrupted when he saves the life of an elderly man, who in return asks him to write his biography. As he delves into the man's past, he uncovers a hidden history of gay life that is much darker and less accepted than the one he is used to, challenging his understanding of personal and societal progress.
The 1324th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1988
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 240-320
- Words
- 134,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 43rd on The 100 Greatest British Novels (BBC)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)