Description
In the ruins of an Italian villa at the close of World War II, four disparate souls find their lives irrevocably intertwined. An exhausted nurse, a haunted thief, and a cautious sapper are drawn into the mystery of a nameless, burned man, the titular English patient. His fragmented memories, revealed through Ondaatje's lyrical prose, unravel a tale of intense passion, devastating betrayal, and unexpected rescue. This Booker Prize-winning novel masterfully explores themes of identity, love, and the enduring impact of war on the human spirit.
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Published Jan 1, 2006
301 pages
ISBN: 9780771068713
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Details
First Published
1992
Language
eng
Featured in Challenges
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The English Patient by Michael Ondaatje.