Grant, Linda
A Stranger City
- ISBN 13:
- 9780349010489
- author:
- Grant, Linda
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Virago Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.6 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Stranger City by Linda Grant is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of home and identity in the city of London. When a body is discovered in the Thames, a search begins for a missing woman, drawing together a policeman, a documentary film-maker, and an Irish nurse in unexpected ways. As the story unfolds, Grant examines the ways in which London can be a place of exile, and how our lives intersect with others in unexpected ways. Through the interconnected lives of its characters, the book delves into the idea of home as both a physical place and an idea. Grant's writing weaves together themes of identity, community, and the human experience, creating a rich and nuanced portrait of city life. With its thoughtful and introspective tone, A Stranger City is a compelling read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of modern urban life.