Books matching: elaborate prose criticism
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Save:Coming Home by Rosamunde Pilcher is a saga that follows the life of Judith Dunbar, a young English girl, during the years leading up to and during World War II. The story captures Judith's experiences at a boarding school in Cornwall, her friendship with the wealthy Carey Lewis family, and the impact of the war on their lives. The plot is described as a coming-of-age storyline intertwined with historical events, providing an insight into the social history of the time period. Pilcher's writing style is praised for its detailed descriptions of places and characters, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the beautiful homes and countryside of England.
The Porthkerris Council School stood half-way up the steep hill which climbed from the heart of the little town to the empty moors which lay beyond. It was a solid Victorian edifice, built of granite ... - #2
Save:'Against Nature' by Joris-Karl Huysmans is a novel that focuses more on cultural history and aesthetic musings rather than a traditional plot with deep characterizations. The book is described as a series of opinionated monologues on various topics like arts, scents, and literature, creating a collection of think pieces rather than a classic story. The protagonist, Des Esseintes, is portrayed as an anti-social rich snob who indulges in various decadences but ultimately returns to the Church, reflecting a kind of Catholicism that emerged in response to 19th-century science.
He had long been a connoisseur of colours both simple and subtle. In former years, when he had been in the habit of inviting women to his house, he had fitted out a boudoir with delicate carved furnit...
