Spark, Muriel
Symposium
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844082476
- author:
- Spark, Muriel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Virago
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 132mm X 197mm
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A dinner party becomes a catalyst for revelations and tensions as the evening wears on. The conversation flows, but beneath the surface, complex relationships and unresolved issues simmer. As the night progresses, the carefully constructed facade of civility begins to crack, exposing the true nature of the guests' interactions. Muriel Spark masterfully navigates this delicate balance between polite discourse and underlying animosity. The result is a nuanced exploration of human connection and the fragility of social norms.
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