Taylor, Elizabeth
A View of the Harbour (Virago Modern Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844083220
- author:
- Taylor, Elizabeth
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Virago
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 127mm X 196mm
- Genre:
- Modern fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Elizabeth Taylor's A View of the Harbour is a masterful exploration of human relationships and the complexities that bind us. In the sleepy coastal village of Newby, secrets and passions simmer just beneath the surface, waiting to be uncovered. As the lives of its characters intertwine, Taylor skillfully reveals the intricate web of connections that exist between them. Beautiful divorcee Tory's clandestine affair with her neighbour Robert is matched by Beth's own creative pursuits, which serve as a distraction from the turmoil unfolding next door. Meanwhile, Prudence observes it all with growing unease, while Mrs Bracey peers out from her window, seeking news of the outside world. Through its cast of characters, Taylor crafts a narrative that is both elegant and subversive, combining wit and freshness in a compelling exploration of human nature.