Penelope Lively
According to Mark
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141196831
- author:
- Penelope Lively
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 1.3 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
A witty and moving exploration of love, literature, and the complexities of human relationships. According to Mark is a nuanced portrayal of obsession, desire, and the blurred lines between reality and perception. As a respected literary biographer, Mark's life becomes increasingly entwined with that of Gilbert Strong, a writer whose life he has long studied. However, it is not until he falls for Strong's granddaughter Carrie that Mark's own obsessions are revealed, leading to a summer of intense self-discovery and unexpected revelations. This thought-provoking novel offers a nuanced exploration of the human condition, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of love, literature, and the complexities of middle-aged life.
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