Davies, Carys
The Mission House
- ISBN 13:
- 9781783784318
- author:
- Davies, Carys
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Granta Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.8 x 1.5 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Mission House is a novel by Carys Davies that explores the complexities of human relationships and the tensions between different cultures. Hilary Byrd finds refuge in a south Indian mission house, where he forms a close bond with the Padre and his adoptive daughter, Priscilla. As their friendship deepens, the religious and nationalist tensions surrounding them come to the surface, threatening the sense of safety and belonging that the mission house provides.
As the story unfolds, Davies skillfully weaves together themes of identity, community, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. With its nuanced characters and thought-provoking narrative, The Mission House is a compelling and thought-provoking read.
With its unique blend of cultural perspectives and emotional depth, this novel is sure to resonate with readers who appreciate character-driven fiction and nuanced explorations of the human condition.
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