Manning, Olivia
The Balkan Trilogy
- ISBN 13:
- 9781786091567
- author:
- Manning, Olivia
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Windmill Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 1040
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 4.3 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Balkan Trilogy is a vast and complex masterpiece that brings to life the uncertainty and adventure of civilian existence under political and military siege. At its heart are Guy and Harriet Pringle, newly-weds who arrive in Bucharest just weeks after the German invasion of Poland. As they navigate their new lives amidst friends, acquaintances, and the ever-ardent Sophie, they face unexpected challenges that test their relationship. The trilogy is a story of marriage, war, and survival, set against the backdrop of eastern Europe at the start of World War II. With its richly drawn characters and vivid scene painting, this novel amuses, diverts, and informs, offering a unique perspective on life under siege. Olivia Manning's controlled pathos and quiet humour add to the narrative's elegance, making this trilogy an exciting and engaging read. As the Pringles flee south to Greece, they join a group of refugees made up of White Russians, journalists, con artists, and dignitaries, each with their own stories and struggles. In Athens, they face a new challenge that will test their resolve and their love for each other.
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