Bowen, Elizabeth
The Death of the Heart (Vintage Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099276456
- author:
- Bowen, Elizabeth
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 317
- Genre:
- Modern fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Death of the Heart is a poignant and powerful novel about the complexities of the human heart. When 16-year-old Portia is orphaned, she is thrust into a world of wealth and privilege, where she must navigate the treacherous landscape of her half-brother's home. There, she meets Eddie, a charismatic figure who represents both the thrill of romance and the danger of unrequited love.
The novel's central plot twist, revealed in a dramatic and unforgettable scene, sets in motion a desperate flight of the heart that is both moving and heartbreaking. Through Portia's story, Elizabeth Bowen explores the intense emotions and vulnerabilities of adolescence, creating a raw and unflinching portrait of the human experience.
This stunning novel has been hailed as one of the greatest works of 20th-century literature, and its themes of love, loss, and identity continue to resonate with readers today.
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