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The Northern Clemency

by Philip Hensher
The Northern Clemency - Thryft
The Northern Clemency - Thryft

A nuanced exploration of lives intertwined with history.

This book could be a great read for someone who enjoys character-driven narratives that capture the essence of ordinary lives amidst historical backdrops. It delves into the complexities of human relationships, uncovering how the small moments and larger events shape the characters' lives. Philip Hensher's storytelling skillfully weaves together intricate plotlines, making this novel an engaging and thought-provoking read.

  • Booker Prize Nominee (2008)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Northern Clemency

by Philip Hensher
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ISBN: 9780007174805
Authors: Philip Hensher
Publisher: Harper Perennial
Date of Publication: 2009-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary, Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction
Related Topics: Literature
Goodreads rating: 3.48
(rated by 2407 readers)

Description

Sheffield, 1974. In the snug cocoon of Rayfield Avenue, awkward neighbours make polite conversation at Katherine Glover's summer party. Friends and lovers, arm in arm, stroll through an invincible suburb. But over the next 20 years, everything will change for them, and for England.
 

A nuanced exploration of lives intertwined with history.

This book could be a great read for someone who enjoys character-driven narratives that capture the essence of ordinary lives amidst historical backdrops. It delves into the complexities of human relationships, uncovering how the small moments and larger events shape the characters' lives. Philip Hensher's storytelling skillfully weaves together intricate plotlines, making this novel an engaging and thought-provoking read.

  • Booker Prize Nominee (2008)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.