Hilton, James
Random Harvest
- ISBN 13:
- 9781618952837
- author:
- Hilton, James
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bibliotech Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 248
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Literature
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Random Harvest, a novel by James Hilton, explores the complexities of human experience in the aftermath of war. Set against the backdrop of England's struggle to recover from World War I, the story delves into the psychological effects of trauma and the longing for simplicity.
The novel contrasts the pressures of Charles Rainier's life with his idyllic relationships, drawing parallels between his sense of impending doom and the British government's inability to respond to the rising threat of Hitler. This thought-provoking exploration of the human condition is a powerful commentary on the destructive effects of war.
First published in 1941, Random Harvest has been adapted into a film and remains a significant work of literary fiction, offering insights into the human experience that continue to resonate today.