Levy, Andrea
Every Light in the House Burnin'
- ISBN 13:
- 9780747246534
- author:
- Levy, Andrea
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Tinder Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1995
- Pages:
- 250
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 x 1.7 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Modern fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Every Light in the House Burnin' by Andrea Levy is a poignant and humorous debut novel that explores the complexities of family life and the power of memory. Set against the backdrop of post-war London, the story follows Angela as she navigates her childhood on a council estate, and her efforts to care for her ailing father as he moves through the National Health Service. As Angela tries to support her mother during this difficult time, she is forced to confront her own past and the experiences that shaped her. With its nuanced portrayal of life on a council estate in the 1960s, this novel offers a unique and thought-provoking insight into the lives of working-class families. With its moving and often humorous portrayal of family life, this novel is a powerful exploration of the human experience.