Description
Discover the profound journey of Jean Louise Finch in 'Go Set a Watchman,' Harper Lee's groundbreaking novel that revisits the beloved world of 'To Kill a Mockingbird.' This compelling narrative unfolds two decades after Scout's childhood, diving into themes of racial tension, family loyalty, and personal growth. As Jean Louise returns to Maycomb, Alabama, from bustling New York City, she is confronted with unsettling truths about her father, Atticus Finch, and a community affected by the civil rights movement.
'Go Set a Watchman' offers readers an intimate look at Jean Louise's struggle as she grapples with her past while challenging the uncomfortable realities of her present. The novel enriches the legacy of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by providing critical context and insight into the characters we cherish. With 288 pages of engaging prose, this B-format paperback edition published by Random House UK in 2016 is a testament to Harper Lee's invaluable contribution to American literature.
Perfect for fans of literary fiction, this book captures the essence of human experience with profound wisdom and subtle humor. Dive into this essential companion to 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and explore the painful yet necessary transitions of a young woman and her community, beautifully crafted by one of America's greatest authors. Order now for prompt delivery and experience the rich tapestry of Lee's storytelling.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781784752460
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2016
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 288
Description:
From Harper Lee comes a landmark new novel set two decades after her beloved Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece, To Kill a Mockingbird.
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A landmark new novel from Harper Lee, set two decades after her beloved Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece To Kill a Mockingbird.
Maycomb, Alabama. Twenty-six-year-old Jean Louise Finch - 'Scout' - returns home from New York City to visit her ageing father, Atticus. Set against the backdrop of the civil rights tensions and political turmoil that were transforming the South, Jean Louise's homecoming turns bittersweet when she learns disturbing truths about her close-knit family, the town and the people dearest to her.
Memories from her childhood flood back, and her values and assumptions are thrown into doubt. Featuring many of the iconic characters from To Kill a Mockingbird, Go Set a Watchman perfectly captures a young woman, and a world, in painful yet necessary transition out of the illusions of the past - a journey that can be guided only by one's own conscience.
Written in the mid-1950s, Go Set a Watchman imparts a fuller, richer understanding and appreciation of Harper Lee. Here is an unforgettable novel of wisdom, humanity, passion, humour and effortless precision - a profoundly affecting work of art that is both wonderfully evocative of another era and relevant to our own times. It not only confirms the enduring brilliance of To Kill a Mockingbird, but also serves as its essential companion, adding depth, context and new meaning to a classic.
'Go Set a Watchman' offers readers an intimate look at Jean Louise's struggle as she grapples with her past while challenging the uncomfortable realities of her present. The novel enriches the legacy of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by providing critical context and insight into the characters we cherish. With 288 pages of engaging prose, this B-format paperback edition published by Random House UK in 2016 is a testament to Harper Lee's invaluable contribution to American literature.
Perfect for fans of literary fiction, this book captures the essence of human experience with profound wisdom and subtle humor. Dive into this essential companion to 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and explore the painful yet necessary transitions of a young woman and her community, beautifully crafted by one of America's greatest authors. Order now for prompt delivery and experience the rich tapestry of Lee's storytelling.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781784752460
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2016
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 288
Description:
From Harper Lee comes a landmark new novel set two decades after her beloved Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece, To Kill a Mockingbird.
_________________
A landmark new novel from Harper Lee, set two decades after her beloved Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece To Kill a Mockingbird.
Maycomb, Alabama. Twenty-six-year-old Jean Louise Finch - 'Scout' - returns home from New York City to visit her ageing father, Atticus. Set against the backdrop of the civil rights tensions and political turmoil that were transforming the South, Jean Louise's homecoming turns bittersweet when she learns disturbing truths about her close-knit family, the town and the people dearest to her.
Memories from her childhood flood back, and her values and assumptions are thrown into doubt. Featuring many of the iconic characters from To Kill a Mockingbird, Go Set a Watchman perfectly captures a young woman, and a world, in painful yet necessary transition out of the illusions of the past - a journey that can be guided only by one's own conscience.
Written in the mid-1950s, Go Set a Watchman imparts a fuller, richer understanding and appreciation of Harper Lee. Here is an unforgettable novel of wisdom, humanity, passion, humour and effortless precision - a profoundly affecting work of art that is both wonderfully evocative of another era and relevant to our own times. It not only confirms the enduring brilliance of To Kill a Mockingbird, but also serves as its essential companion, adding depth, context and new meaning to a classic.