Description
In the starkly beautiful landscape of Fingerbone, Idaho, two young sisters, Ruth and Lucille, navigate a childhood marked by abandonment and the eccentricities of their guardians. Their lives are shaped by the lingering shadows of past tragedies and the unsettling presence of their transient aunt, Sylvie. As they grapple with loss and the search for belonging, the novel explores the profound impact of memory, the allure of the untamed, and the complex bonds that define family. Robinson's lyrical prose masterfully captures the quiet desperation and enduring resilience of those living on the fringes of society.
Available Editions
paperback
Picador
Published Nov 1, 2004
224 pages
ISBN: 9780312424091
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Details
First Published
1980
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Housekeeping by Marilynne Robinson.