Description
Alice Munro masterfully weaves a tapestry of interconnected lives in this collection, centering on the complex, evolving relationship between Flo and her stepdaughter, Rose. Over nearly four decades, the narrative explores the push and pull of their bond, marked by Flo's pragmatic, often harsh, worldview and Rose's quiet determination to escape their small-town origins. Through lyrical prose and keen psychological insight, Munro delves into themes of ambition, identity, and the enduring, often contradictory, nature of family ties. This collection showcases Munro's signature style, offering a profound exploration of ordinary lives and the extraordinary depths within them.
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paperback
Vintage
Published Dec 21, 2011
225 pages
ISBN: 9780307814586
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First Published
1978
Language
eng
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