Description
This novel offers a poignant exploration of a life lived through the tumultuous 20th century, focusing on the enduring impact of war and the quiet struggles of navigating a future one never anticipated. Through a tapestry of memories and present-day reflections, the narrative delves into the complexities of family, love, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. The story follows a man grappling with his past as a heroic pilot and poet, now an aging husband and father trying to reconcile his experiences with the life he has built. It is a profound meditation on resilience, the passage of time, and the unexpected paths that life can take.
Available Editions
paperback
Little, Brown and Company
Published Jan 1, 2015
468 pages
ISBN: 9780316176538
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Details
First Published
2015
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for A God in Ruins by Kate Atkinson.