Quartet in Autumn by Barbara Pym

The novel explores the lives of four aging office workers in London, who are nearing retirement and dealing with the loneliness and isolation that often comes with old age. The story delves into their personal lives, their pasts, their relationships with each other and how they face the prospect of their futures. It is a poignant commentary on aging, loneliness, friendship, and the human condition.

The 2598th greatest book of all time


Published
1977
Nationality
British
Type
Fiction
Pages
192-224
Words
60,000
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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