Books matching: loneliness and selfishness
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Save:'Empty World' by John Christopher is a post-apocalyptic story focusing on the survival of young people during a deadly plague that kills anyone above 14. It follows the protagonist, Neil, as he struggles to survive in a barren world and the encounters he has with other survivors. The narrative delves into themes of survival, loneliness, selfishness, and the difficult choices faced by the characters in a silent and desolate world.
Despite being set in a dystopian world, the book explores the emotional and psychological aspects of the characters' survival rather than focusing solely on the catastrophic events that led to the apocalypse. The writing style is thought-provoking, evoking reflections on faith, morality, and the essence of humanity amidst the emptiness of the world around them.
THEY WERE DRIVING ALONG THE motorway on a bright sunny morning, everyone happy. While Neil’s father drove, his mother was telling him something about a dance at the golf club. Amanda and Andy were arg... - #2
Save:All That Man Is by David Szalay is a collection of short stories focusing on male characters from various European countries at different stages of life, each grappling with their own weaknesses and existential crises against the backdrop of European settings. The stories progress from a young British student behaving badly on a trip to an elderly British man spending his final years in Italy, showcasing themes of selfishness, loneliness, ambition, greed, and the search for something better in life.
It is where the trains from Poland get in and the two young Englishmen are newly arrived from Kraków. They look terrible, these two teenagers, exhausted by the ordeal of the train, and thin and filthy... - #3
Save:A Man Called Ove is a heartwarming story about a grumpy old man, Ove, who is grieving the death of his wife and contemplating suicide. However, his plans are constantly interrupted by new neighbors and various situations that force him to interact with the world around him. The book delves into Ove's past, revealing the reasons behind his grumpiness and showcasing his transformation as he forms unexpected connections with those around him. The writing style is described as charming, sweet, and humorous, with a balance between touching moments and light-hearted humor.
He drives a Saab. He’s the kind of man who points at people he doesn’t like the look of, as if they were burglars and his forefinger a policeman’s flashlight. He stands at the counter of a shop where ...
