FALLING ANGELS (A NOVEL) - TRACY CHEVALIER
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Language : English
Paperback : 401 pages
ISBN-10 : 0007108265
ISBN-13 : 978-0007108268
Item Weight : 300g
Sách hiện có tại 205 Trần Huy Liệu, phường 8, Phú Nhuận.
Summary
Set in London in the early 1900s, the novel follows the lives of two families, the Waterhouses and the Colemans, whose paths intersect at the cemetery where their loved ones are buried. As they navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing society, including the women's suffrage movement and the aftermath of the Boer War, the characters grapple with their own personal struggles and desires.
At the heart of the story are the Waterhouse sisters, Maude and Lavinia, who form a bond with Simon Coleman, a gravedigger's son. Through their unlikely friendship, the characters confront issues of class, gender, and social expectations, as they strive to break free from the constraints of their upbringing and find their own paths in life.
Chevalier's vivid prose and rich historical detail bring the Edwardian era to life, immersing readers in a world of bustling streets, elegant drawing rooms, and political unrest. As the characters navigate the complexities of love, loyalty, and ambition, they must confront the consequences of their choices and the secrets that threaten to tear them apart.
"Falling Angels" is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of ordinary people living in extraordinary times. Through its richly drawn characters and evocative storytelling, the novel explores timeless themes of identity, belonging,
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