Gardam, Jane

Showing the Flag

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ISBN 13:: 9780349122540
author:: Gardam, Jane
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Abacus
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2009
Pages:: 192
Dimensions:: 19.8 x 12.5 x 1.4 cm
Genre:: Modern fiction
Condition:: New
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Showing the Flag by Jane Gardam These stories offer a nuanced exploration of Englishness, revealing its complexities and contradictions. Through the characters' actions and interactions, the Union Jack serves as a potent symbol, reflecting both the nation's history and its present-day flaws. Gardam's writing is marked by acuity and insight, making these tales feel like sharp observations on the human condition. The result is a collection of thought-provoking short stories that challenge readers to consider their own assumptions about what it means to be English. With its thoughtful exploration of social issues, Showing the Flag is a compelling read for anyone interested in character-driven fiction and the intricacies of national identity.

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