Description

In the wake of a profound personal loss, an English professor living in mid-century Los Angeles navigates the routines of his daily existence with quiet determination. As an outsider in his adopted home, he grapples with loneliness and the everyday injustices of life, finding solace and meaning in unexpected moments. This poignant novel offers a deeply sympathetic and moving exploration of grief, resilience, and the enduring human capacity to find joy even in the face of profound sadness. Through sharp wit and introspective prose, the narrative captures the complex textures of life, revealing a man who, despite his solitude, cherishes the very act of living.

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paperback

University of Minnesota Press

Published Jan 1, 2001

198 pages

ISBN: 0816638624

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Details

First Published

1964

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for A Single Man by Christopher Isherwood.

Death/Grief